Comments on NRC-2025-1140 – Molly Johnson, Concerned Citizen/mother, grandmother, great-grandmother

These comments address NRC proposed rule NRC-2025-1140 and its potential impact on public health and future generations. They discuss the scientific basis for radiation standards, the greater vulnerability of women, pregnant people, infants, and children, and concerns about weakening ALARA, increasing allowable exposures, and permitting greater radioactive releases. The comments also challenge reliance on “Reference Man” as the basis for population-wide protection. They conclude by urging the NRC to reject the proposed rule, retain ALARA and existing public protections, and base future regulations on independent science that prioritizes vulnerable populations.

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