Resources
Federal regulators & oversight
The agencies responsible for licensing, regulating, and overseeing nuclear facilities in the United States.
Note on these links
This resource list is provided to help the public access independent information from established agencies and organizations. Inclusion does not imply endorsement of any agency's policies or positions. Web addresses may change over time; if a link does not work, please use a search engine or contact the agency directly.
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U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
Independent federal agency that licenses and regulates the nation's civilian use of radioactive materials to protect public health and safety.
DOE Office of Nuclear Energy
DOE office responsible for advancing nuclear energy research, development, and demonstration, including the NLIC program.
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)
U.S. Department of Transportation agency that regulates the safe transport of radioactive and hazardous materials.
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
Federal department leading the Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus initiative and overseeing national energy policy and research.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Federal agency that sets environmental standards, including limits on radiation exposure to the public.
Nuclear safety, health & radiation
Plain-language information about radiation, its sources, health effects, and safety standards.
EPA RadTown
EPA's public education site explaining everyday sources of radiation and how it is regulated.
NRC — Radiation Basics
Introductory materials from the NRC explaining what radiation is and how it is measured and controlled.
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
United Nations agency that promotes the safe, secure, and peaceful use of nuclear technologies worldwide.
CDC — Radiation and Your Health
Centers for Disease Control resources on radiation exposure, health effects, and protective actions.
National Council on Radiation Protection & Measurements (NCRP)
Nonprofit chartered by Congress to provide guidance on radiation protection and measurement.
Emergency preparedness
Resources for understanding emergency planning and what to do in a radiological event.
Ready.gov — Nuclear & radiological emergencies
FEMA's public preparedness guidance for nuclear and radiological incidents.
NRC — Emergency preparedness & response
Overview of how nuclear facilities, federal, state, and local agencies coordinate emergency response.
Utah Division of Emergency Management
State agency coordinating emergency preparedness, response, and recovery in Utah.
Environmental review & public participation
How the public can review environmental analyses and participate in federal decisions about nuclear projects.
NRC — Public involvement
Information on public meetings, hearings, and how citizens can engage in NRC licensing and regulatory decisions.
EPA — National Environmental Policy Act
EPA resources explaining the NEPA process and how the public can participate.
DOE — National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
DOE's NEPA program, including environmental impact statements and public comment opportunities.
Regulations.gov
Federal portal for searching and submitting comments on proposed federal rules and projects.
State of Utah resources
Utah state agencies involved in energy policy, environmental protection, and public health.
Utah Office of Energy Development
State office leading Utah's response to the DOE NLIC opportunity and supporting energy planning statewide.
Utah Department of Health and Human Services
State department overseeing public health programs, including environmental and radiation health.
Utah Trust Lands Administration (SITLA)
State agency managing trust lands, including land being considered for the NLIC site in Tooele County.
Utah DEQ — Waste Management & Radiation Control
State division that regulates radioactive material handling, storage, and disposal in Utah.
Utah Geological Survey
State agency providing geologic information relevant to siting, groundwater, and seismic considerations.
Utah State Legislature
Track legislation, committee meetings, and public hearings related to energy and nuclear policy.
Local resources — Tooele County
Local government and community information for residents of Tooele County and surrounding communities.
Tooele County Government
Official county website with meeting agendas, council information, and county services.
Tooele County Health Department
Local public health agency for environmental health, emergency preparedness, and community health programs.
Education & independent information
Industry, professional, and research organizations that publish nuclear energy information for the public.
American Nuclear Society (ANS)
Professional society offering public-friendly explainers, news, and educational materials on nuclear science and technology.
Idaho National Laboratory (INL)
DOE national lab leading nuclear research, with public outreach and educational resources.
Nuclear Energy Agency (OECD-NEA)
Intergovernmental agency providing analysis and data on nuclear energy and policy.
Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI)
Industry policy organization with public resources on nuclear energy, jobs, and the fuel cycle.
World Nuclear Association
International organization with reference information on every stage of the nuclear fuel cycle.
Workforce & economic development
Resources for residents and businesses interested in jobs, training, and economic opportunities tied to the campus.
Utah Department of Workforce Services
State agency for job listings, workforce training, and labor market information.
Utah System of Higher Education
Information on Utah colleges and universities offering programs in engineering, energy, and the sciences.
Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity
State office supporting business development, incentives, and rural economic growth.
Tooele Technical College
Local technical college providing workforce training programs.