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U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission

Mission Statement

To regulate the nation's civilian use of byproduct, source, and special nuclear materials to ensure adequate protection of public health and safety, to promote the common defense and security, and to protect the environment. The NRC's regulatory mission covers three main areas: Reactors - Commercial reactors for generating electric power and research and test reactors used for research, testing, and training Materials - Uses of nuclear materials in medical, industrial, and academic settings and facilities that produce nuclear fuel Waste - Transportation, storage, and disposal of nuclear materials and waste, and decommissioning of nuclear facilities from service

Contact Information

U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission

Washington DC 20555

Phone: (301) 415-5575 TDD
Phone: (301) 415-7000 Main
Phone: (301) 415-8200 Public Affairs
Toll-free Phone: (800) 233-3497 NRC waste, fraud, abuse
Toll-free Phone: 800-368-5642
Toll-free Phone: (800) 397-4209 Public Document Room
Toll-free Phone: (800) 695-7403 Safety/Security Concern
Fax: 301-415-2234
Website: http://www.nrc.gov/

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