# 10 C.F.R. § 50.3 (2026): Interpretations

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_3

## Section

- **Citation:** 10 C.F.R. § 50.3 (2026)
- **Heading:** Interpretations
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 10 CFR: Energy / Chapter I: NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION / Part 50: DOMESTIC LICENSING OF PRODUCTION AND UTILIZATION FACILITIES / § 50.3: § 50.3   Interpretations.

## Text

Except as specifically authorized by the Commission in writing, no interpretation of the meaning of the regulations in this part by any officer or employee of the Commission other than a written interpretation by the General Counsel will be recognized to be binding upon the Commission. This section shall cease to have effect on January 8, 2027, unless the NRC determines that the cessation deadline should be extended to a date not more than 5 years in the future after offering the public an opportunity to provide input on the costs and benefits of this section and considering that input. The NRC will publish a document in the
Federal Register
announcing its determination and revising or removing this section accordingly.
[21 FR 355, Jan. 19, 1956, as amended at 90 FR 55630, Dec. 3, 2025]

## Nearby sections

- [10 C.F.R. § 50.1 (2026) § 50.1   Basis, purpose, and procedures applicable.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_1.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.2 (2026) § 50.2   Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_2.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.3 (2026) § 50.3   Interpretations.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_3.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.4 (2026) § 50.4   Written communications.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_4.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.5 (2026) § 50.5   Deliberate misconduct.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_5.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.7 (2026) § 50.7   Employee protection.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_7.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.8 (2026) § 50.8   Information collection requirements: OMB approval.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_8.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.9 (2026) § 50.9   Completeness and accuracy of information.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_9.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.10 (2026) § 50.10   License required; limited work authorization.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_10.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.11 (2026) § 50.11   Exceptions and exemptions from licensing requirements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_11.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.12 (2026) § 50.12   Specific exemptions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_12.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.13 (2026) § 50.13   Attacks and destructive acts by enemies of the United States; and defense activities.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_13.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.20 (2026) § 50.20   Two classes of licenses.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_20.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 50.21 (2026) § 50.21   Class 104 licenses; for medical therapy and research and development facilities.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P50_S50_21.md)

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