UPDATE: Notice to NRC Contractors Regarding the Lapse in Appropriations
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NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSIONUS

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    The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued a special notice regarding the recent lapse in appropriations and the subsequent return to normal operations for its contractors. This update, effective November 13, 2025, informs contractors that they should resume their services following the end of the government shutdown. The NRC emphasizes the importance of the support provided by contractors and will continue to post updates regarding appropriations and funding status. For further inquiries, contractors can reach out to the primary contacts, Domonique Malone at Domonique.Malone@nrc.gov or Richard Robinson at Richard.Robinson@nrc.gov, with additional contacts available for assistance.

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    MALONE, DOMONIQUE
    (301) 415-8164
    Domonique.Malone@nrc.gov
    ROBINSON, RICHARD W.
    (301) 415-0728
    Richard.Robinson@nrc.gov
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