42 USC 18936: Neutron scattering
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42 USC 18936: Neutron scattering Text contains those laws in effect on December 20, 2024
From Title 42-THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARECHAPTER 163-RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, COMPETITION, AND INNOVATIONSUBCHAPTER II-NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY FOR THE FUTUREPart A-Measurement Research
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§18936. Neutron scattering

(a) Strategic plan for the Institute neutron reactor

The Director shall develop a strategic plan for the future of the NIST Center for Neutron Research after the current neutron reactor is decommissioned, including-

(1) a succession plan for the reactor, including a roadmap with timeline and milestones;

(2) conceptual design of a new reactor and accompanying facilities, as appropriate; and

(3) a plan to minimize disruptions to the user community during the transition.

(b) Coordination with the Department of Energy

The Secretary, acting through the Director, shall coordinate with the Secretary of Energy on issues related to Federal support for neutron science, including estimation of long-term needs for research using neutron sources, and planning efforts for future facilities to meet such needs.

(c) Report to Congress

Not later than 30 months after August 9, 2022, the Director shall submit to Congress the plan required under subsection (a), and shall notify Congress of any substantial updates to such plan in subsequent years.

( Pub. L. 117–167, div. B, title II, §10231, Aug. 9, 2022, 136 Stat. 1483 .)