AR HB1154

Updates Arkansas ionizing radiation regulations to align with federal laws, replacing outdated references to "by-product, source, and special nuclear materials" with the consolidated term "radioactive material"

Repeals four definition categories and renumbers remaining definitions in the radiation control code to streamline regulatory language and improve clarity

Modifies licensing and registration requirements to include radiation equipment and clarifies procedures for license transfers, renewals, and fees charged by the State Radiation Control Agency

Establishes the "Radiation Site Closure and Reclamation Fund" to replace the prior "Radiation Reclamation Fund" for managing forfeited bonds and funding decontamination, closure, and reclamation activities

Updates administrative proceeding requirements including environmental impact analysis standards for commercial radioactive waste burial and adds clarifications on employee exposure record distribution