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"Recycling" Radioactive Material

The nuclear industry and federal agencies want to "dispose" of large amounts of radioactive waste from nuclear power plants and weapons facilities by releasing it into community landfills, building materials, and even consumer products, without the knowledge or consent of the public. Rather than paying to isolate radioactive waste, the generators hope to save money - or even profit - by dumping it or selling it commercially. Public Citizen opposes this agenda, which would unnecessarily expose the public to increased radiation risks. We advocate for stringent laws and regulations to keep nuclear waste securely isolated from people and the environment.

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• The History of Attempts to Deregulate Low-Level Radioactive Waste

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