The NRC is launching a significant reorganization to streamline decision making,
consolidate functions, and align with national goals for more efficient licensing and deployment
of safe, innovative nuclear technology.
The agency will reorganize around core business lines of new reactors, operating
reactors, and nuclear materials and waste. Licensing and inspection functions will be integrated
within each business line to create a single point of accountability and improve coordination
between licensing and inspection teams from the onset of projects. In addition, functions carried
out under the corporate support business line will be consolidated to improve efficiency.
“We are in one of the most consequential periods in the NRC’s history, and this
reorganization enables us to meet the moment with more efficient and timely decision making,”
said Chairman Ho Nieh. “This reorganization focuses the NRC’s structure around national
priorities aimed at accelerating the safe deployment of nuclear technologies. This reorganization
is also aimed at achieving greater consistency in the implementation of agency safety programs
across the NRC regional offices.”
The changes meet requirements in Executive Order 14300, “Ordering Reform of the
Nuclear Regulatory Commission,” and EO 14210, “Implementing the Department of
Government Efficiency Workforce Optimization Initiative,” enhancing the agency’s ability to
respond effectively to current and future demands.
“Moving carefully but expeditiously to carry out this reorganization is imperative to
provide much-needed stability and certainty for our staff,” said Executive Director for
Operations Mike King. “We will maintain a continued focus on the safety and security of
operating facilities while creating a structure and regulatory culture that ensures accountability
and service for Americans.”
Among the agency’s near-term priorities will be the Commission’s appointment of key
leaders for the reactor safety program, and the staff’s development of a new organizational chart
and change management plan within the next 60 days. The agency will strive to implement the
reorganization plan by the end of September.
NRC Major Reorganization Supports Efficiency, Innovation
