ML24108A036

NRC-2022-000184 - Resp 5 - Released Records

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{{#Wiki_filter:From: Harrington, Holly Sent: Fri, 23 Jul 2021 20:30:10 +0000 To: Castelveter, David

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FW: Draft Memos - CLOSE HOLD Attachments: EDO Memo V8.docx, Re-Entry Memo on Telework v2.docxJ'-(_b_)(_5_) ____ .--1 (b-)(5---) ---------., As usual, I'm left scratching my head and saying huh? The two draft attachments, totalling 7 pages, are withheld in their entirety under FOIA exemption 5. Holly

1. Telework Schedules* may be approved as follows:

a. 2-3 telework days AND 2 in-person days per week may be approved by supervisor (may include one regularly scheduled day off, i.e., 9-day work schedule) What?

b. 4-5 telework days per week must be approved by supervisor and Office Director/Regional Administrator, so long as the requirement for 4 in-person days per pay period is satisfied (may include two regularly scheduled days off, i.e.,

four 10-hour days per week) What?

c. Full-time telework schedules of any kind, and exceptions to the requirement for 4 in-person days per pay period (includes work sctiedules consisting of 8, 9, or 10 work days) must be approved by the Office Director/Regional AND Chief Human Capital Officer - based on what criteria?

From: Lamary, Mary <Mary.Lamary@nrc.gov> Sent: Friday, July 23, 20214:21 PM To: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov>; Moore, Scott <Scott.Moore@nrc.gov>; Martin, Jody <Jody.Martin@nrc.gov>; Dacus, Eugene <Eugene.Dacus@nrc.gov>; Decker, David <David.Dedker@nrc.gov>; Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harrington@nrc.gov>; Johnson, Cherish <Cherish.Johnson@nrc.gov>; Ficks, Ben <Ben.Ficks@nrc.gov>; Zobler, Marian <Marian.Zobler@nrc.gov>; Clar k, Brooke <Brooke.Clark@nrc.gov>; Ammon, Bernice <Bernice.Ammon@nrc.gov>; Mamish, Nader <Nader.Mamish@nrc.gov>; Skeen, David <David.Skeen@nrc.gov>; Vietti-Cook, Annette <Annette.Vietti-Cook@nrc.gov>; Hawkens, Roy <Roy. Hawkens@nre.gov>

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FW: Draft Memos - CLOSE HOLD Good afternoon, Please see attached for review and comment. Sorry for quick turnaround. My apologies for the oversight, didn't realize these offices were not included in the master Office Director distribution.

Mary From: Lamary, Mary Sent: Thursday, July 22, 2021 8:24 AM To: Feitel, Robert <Robert.Feitel@nrc.gov> Cc: O'Connell, Edward <Edward.O'Connell@nrc.gov>; Bartley, Malion <Malion.Bartley@nrc.gov>

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FW: Draft Memos - CLOSE HOLD Good Morning, I apologize for not including you on the distribution yesterday; I didn't realize OIG was not included in the distribution. Please see the attached materials, and feel free to reach out directly to me if you have questions on the materials. We currently do not have an approved plan from 0MB so we have redacted the proposed re-entry date, pending their approval.

Regards, Mary From: Lamary, Mary <Mary.Lamary@nrc.gov>

Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2021 5:41 PM To: OEDO ODs/DODs/RAs <0EDOODsDODsRAs@nrc.gov> Cc: Miotla, Sherri <Sherri.Miotla@nrc.gov>; Roberts, Darrell <Darrell.Roberts@nrc.gov>; Corbett, James <James.Corbett@nrc.gov>; Giessner, Jack <John.Giessner@nrc.gov>; Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov>; Woods, Mary <Mary.Woods@nrc.gov>; Lombard, Mark <Mark.Lombard@nrc.gov>; Scott, Cathy <Catherine.Scott@nrc.gov>

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Draft Memos - CLOSE HOLD Good afternoon As noted in today's call, attached please find two draft memos. We ask that you review the documents for "show stoppers" only. Undlerstand these are meant to provide the guidance and parameters around the re-entry implementation. We are aware there are many variables and case-by-case situations that will need input from subject matter experts; however, it is not possible to describe each one in these documents. We are finalizing the chart that will be a sort of decision tree for "I want this schedule, who/what is approval process", which I am confident will be a useful tool but is not needed for your review of the messaging in the memo. Also, as a reminder, we will be conducting the training/listening sessions to provide assistance to you. Please remember your review and feedback is due by COB tomorrow.

Regards,

Mary

MEMORANDUM TO: All NRC FROM: Mary A. Lamary Chief Human Capital Officer

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Guidance for Post Re-Entry Telework

Purpose:

As we prepare for our re-entry to NRC facilities, we are anticipating a greater use of telework agencywide than we experienced prior to COVID-19 pandemic. The NRC will return to its new hybrid work environment, and we expect that little or no mitigation will be needed for operations within our buildings. This memo and the attached guidance set forth a framework that will ensure we take a balanced approach to telework.

Background:

As a reminder, the expanded work schedule flexibilities and emergency telework agreements that were provided during mandatory and maximum telework will no longer apply. Therefore, work schedules and parameters outlined in Management Directive 10.42, Work Schedules and Premium Pay, as well as Articles 6 and 7 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CSA), will apply. In some cases, employees will need to complete new telework agreements and/or work schedule requests. In addition, supervisors will no longer have the discretion to approve up to 10 hours excused absence (EXCUS) per week, per full-time employee, if the employee is unable to complete a full tour of duty. Supervisors will continue to have the discretion to provide EXCUS for vaccinations and/or recovery and the amount of excused absence outlined in Management Directive 10.62, Leave Administration. Finally, the provisions of law and regulation governing Weather and Safety Leave will apply. Discussion: When we implement our Re-Entry Plan, we will be in a mixed work environment, or a lnybrid workplace, which will combine teleworking and in-person work environments. A hybrid approach endeavors to provide a balance of productive work environments, and support work-life balance, with more relaxed working conditions. While the hybrid work environment has benefits, there are also disadvantages. For example, employees who do not work in the office may feel as though they do not have the same opportunities and experiences as those who are in the office. They may also experience feelings of disconnect, disengagement, and isolation. Those working in the office may feel as though additional assignments or responsibilities are disproportionately placed on them because they are physically present in the workplace. Additionally, recent studies have indicated innovation, creativity, and teamwork may be negatively impacted. It is important that managers and supervisors adhere to the provisions of law and regulation which specifically require that teleworkers and non-teleworkers are treated the same for purposes of (A) periodic appraisals of job performance of employees; (B) training, rewarding, reassigning, promoting, reducing in grade, retaining, and removing employees; (C) work requirements; or (D) other acts involving managerial discretion. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we work and communicate. The resulting increase in the use of technology has provided advantages in digital communication and

telecommuting, including the ability to have face-to-face communications, using online video and audio tools. However, in-person communications can shape outcomes, culture, and staff engagement in ways virtual technology cannot. For example, non-verbal communication and body language are best observed in person. In addition, we have seen that some of our important work is best done in person. For example, there is no suitable remote substitute for on-site inspection oversight at nuclear plants and other licensees by our resident and traveling inspection and examiner staff. These on-site efforts are essential to providing the public reasonable assurance that licensed activities are being conducted safely and consistent with applicable requirements. In addition, many training, coaching, and mentoring activities that support the development of the next generation of fully qualified staff are best accomplished in person. With these important factors in mind, the NRC has developed a work environment framework that is a mixture of virtual and in-person staff. This framework will expand telework opportunities beyond those available prior to COVID-19 but will still require some time in the office to allow for activities that are best performed in person. As always, the NRC's priority is to ensure the safety of our workforce, and our Workplace Safety Implementation Plan has been developed in accordance with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and approved by Office of Management and Budget. Implementing Direction: The following direction applies to each NRC facility upon implementation of our Re-Entry Plan.

1. Eligibility for fixed or project-based telework schedules applies to all positions, including positions that previously were determined not to be appropriate for fixed telework, but that have been modified to be performed remotely, at least in part, such as administrative assistants, resident inspectors, and supervisors, at the discretion of Office Directors and Regional Administrators.

2. While full-time telework is generally not an option, exceptions will be considered case-by-case, based on demonstrated needs in support of the agency's mission (e.g., lack of other qualified candidates, retention of a critical skill, organizational and budgetary impact, etc.).

3. Unless approved for full-time or nearly full-time telework, a minimum of 4 full work days (or equivalent of 32 hours) in-person will be required per pay period in order to facilitate activities that are better done in person. For employees on part-time schedules, this requirement is pro-rated. NOTE: "Or equivalent" means this requirement may be satisfied in increments over the course of multiple partial in-person days.

4. Employees whose duty station is a region or headquarters location, may be required to come to the office to attend meetings or participate in work-related activities, as determined by their immediate supervisor, which may require the cancelation or adjustment of a scheduled telework day. NOTE: In the event such a meeting falls on a day on which the employee would otherwise be scheduled to telework, telework is adjusted or cancelled for that day and may, with prior supervisor approval, be rescheduled for another day in the pay period.

5. Employees whose duty station is a region or headquarters location, should normally be in the office for performance reviews (mid-year and end-of-year). NOTE: In the event such a meeting falls on a day on which the employee would otherwise be scheduled to telework, telework is adjusted or cancelled for that day and may, with prior supervisor approval, be rescheduled for another day in the pay period.

6. Supervisors should ensure telework and in-person schedules for their staff provide for adequate program coverage and necessary in-person interactions. Supervisorrs shall ensure appropriate in-office presence Monday through Friday.

7. In order to ensure the hybrid environment, teleworkers and non-teleworkers are treated the same, e.g., simulates the in-person environment for purposes of work requirements, as closely as possible, all employees shall maximize the use of technology, to include the use of cameras, video conferencing, etc., during meetings and calls in support of engagement and effective communication.

8. All employees must adhere to Office and Region direction and guidance (e.g.,

Management Directive and Handbook 10.42, NRC/NTEU CBA, Articles 6, 7 and 28, etc.) related to work assignments, including work schedules, work schedule adjustments, and premium pay work.

9. For those new hires who entered on duty during mandatory or maximum telework (or during the COVID 19 pandemic), they are expected to be in the local commuting area of their assigned duty station, and on a regular work schedule on the full re-entry date, unless approved for full-time remote telework.

10. Telework Schedules* may be approved as follows:

a. 2-3 telework days AND 2 in-person days per week may be approved by supervisor (may include one regularly scheduled day off, i.e., 9-day work schedule)

b. 4-5 telework days per week must be approved by supervisor and Office Director/Regional Administrator, so long as the requirement for 4 in-person days per pay period is satisfied (may include two regularly scheduled days off, i.e.,

four 10-hour days per week)

c. Full-time telework schedules of any kind, and exceptions to the requirement for 4 in-person days per pay period (includes work schedules consisting of 8, 9, or 1 O work days) must be approved by the Office Director/Regional AND Chief Human Capital Officer

• Given the wide number of variables in work schedules, more detailed guidance, including required work hours, work schedule approvals, part-time schedules, and delegations of authority to approve telework schedules can be found in the enclosed table.

Closing: It is critical that, as we work in a hybrid work environment, we not lose sight of our safety and security mission and the important strides we have taken, and want to continue to take, towards innovation, transformation, and diversity. Furthermore, it is incumbent upon all of us to ensure the entire NRC workforce, regardless of their work location, is included, embraced, engaged, and feels valued.

The entire NRC senior leadership remain grateful to you for your resilience and commitment to working effectively during the COVID-19 pandemic. Your efforts have demonstrated that we can expand our teleworking opportunities while still accomplishing our important safety and security mission. All staff, supervisors, and executives are encouraged to find creative solutions that will allow expanded use of telework, and the appropriate level of in-person interactions, to ensure we maintain a robust safety culture, an engaged staff, and a continued shared commitment to our mission.

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FW: CLOSE HOLD - Draft Phase 3 Guidance Please see t he message below; we invite your comments as well. Thank you, Mary From: Lamary, Mary <Mary.Lamary@nrc.gov> Sent: Thursday, April 8, 2021 3:07 PM To: OEDO ODs/DODs/RAs <0EDOODsDODsRAs@nrc.gov>

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CLOSE HOLD - Draft Phase 3 Guidance

Good afternoon, Attached please find the proposed guidance for the first six months of Phase 3 in the NRC's COVID-19 Re-occupancy Plan. The guidance has been developed based on a variety of inputs, including the recent Office/Region post assessment briefs, lessons learned, research, and NRC senior leadership. We are providing these materials and requesting your review and comments. As you conduct your review, please bear in mind the guidance covers the first 6-month period, following our movement to Phase 3. This may not apply to each location simultaneously. As we implement, we anticipate an iterative process that will be informed by our experience as locations enter Phase 3. Please provide your comments to Ashley Roberts, no later than Friday, April 23. OCHOC will collect and aggregate the comments for OEDO's review and consideration, and final drafting of the guidance. PLEASE DO NOT SHARE THIS DOCUMENT AS IT IS A DRAFT WORK IN PROGRESS DOCUMENT. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE, IT WILL BE SHARED WITH THE UNION. Thank you in advance and please do not hesitate to contact Ashley or myself if you have any questions.

Regards, Mary

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Meeting Harrington, Holly Thu, 24 Feb 2022 19:58:24 +0000 Castelveter, David RE: Re: Final Preparations for February 25th U.S.-Ghana FIRST Partnership Agree. We JUst need to let her know that we won't need to staff lt. Holly From: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov> Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2022 2:50 PM To: Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harrington@nrc.gov>

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RE: Re: Final Preparations for February 25th U.S.-Ghana FIRST Partnership Meeting I see no value other than their general interest and Maureen drumming up interest in her beat. 1Javil ;ti., Cattefveter 1Jirecwr, Office of 1'u6frc ~{fairs Nuclear 1?.J_Jufat°':J Commission 'Maif Stop 0-<G1b.o {'75J 1<.pck1Jiffe 'Pik§, 1<pcfuffe, 'MfJ 2.0852. WWW. l'll'C. (IOI/ 3ot-415~82.ao 0/pce 30f-4(5-82.0f Oesk 21+0-J93-95G3 eerr Stay Connected to the NRC f I ** in ~ From: Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harrington@nrc.gov> Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2022 2:48 PM To: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov>

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RE: Re: Final Preparations for February 25th U.S.-Ghana FIRST Partnership Meeting Do we want OPA to participate? I don't think so, but she asked.. Holly From: Casteiveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov> Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2022 2:46 PM To: Conley, Maureen <Maureein.Conley@nrc.gov>; Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harrington@nrc.gov>

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RE: Re: Final Preparations for February 25th U.S.-Ghana FIRST Partnership Meeting Thanks Maureen. A continued important topic. fJavitl ;{ Carte/veter fJirecfor, Of/ice of 'Pu6.ic ?lf{airs NucfMr ~ufaf°':J Commission "Mai( Stop 0..f61l2.o 115571?.pcf:v;f' 'Pik, 1?.pckJJil', "Mfl 2.o852. www.nrc.qov 30f-4(5~82,00 Of/ice 30f-4(5-82.0f fJesk 2.40-393-9563 Ce/( Stay Connected to the NRC f I ** in,. From: Conley, Maureen <Maureen.Conley@nrc.gov> Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2022 2:45 PM To: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov>; Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harringt on@nrc.gov> Cc: Skeen, David <David.Skeen@nrc.gov>; McIntyre, Dave <David.Mclntyre@nrc.gov>; Larson, Emily <Emily.Larson@nrc.gov>; Stahl, Eric <Eric.Stahl@nrc.gov>

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FW: Re: Final Preparations for February 25th U.S.-Ghana FIRST Partnership Meeting Good afternoon, OPA, For your awareness - there is a high-level kickoff meeting for a U.S. Government partnership with Ghana on SMRs tomorrow morning. Ghana media has been invited. We don't expect any American media. You will see a list of participants on the attached (draft) agenda. I have also attached a draft media release that has not yet come to us for official clearance. Please keep a close hold on these documents. You will note there is a zoom link in the agenda. Department of State needs to clear on everyone who will be allowed into the "room" and I believe wants to keep the numbers small. Dave Skeen and I will be in attendance and can report out after the meeting. If OPA wishes to participate, I should be able to arrange that but State will need the name to clear the individual to access the zoom link before the meeting. Happy to answer any questions.

Regards, Maureen

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[External_Sender] Re: Final Preparations for February 25th U.S.-Ghana FIRST Partnership Meeting Colleagues, I am attaching the near-final agenda we have for tomorrow morning's meeting. Please let me know if anything is incorrect in your view. Thanks to those who have already provided their talking points. If you have not done so, I kindly ask that you provide even uncleared remarks, simply so we can ensure there are no red flags contained therein (we have no interest in making edits). As a reminder, the opening session is open to the press. Post also intends to issue a press release immediately following the conclusion of the meeting. I'm attaching an early draft for your awareness - this has yet to be approved by the Ghanaian government, so is obviously subject to change. Thank you all once again for your support. Please let us know if you need anything more on our end, and we will see you tomorrow morning!

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Dear Colleagues,

Thank you all once again for your partnership and support on this engagement. Forging closer ties on civil nuclear cooperation is a priority for us in ISN as well as Embassy Accra, and it is great to see such expansive interest on doing so among our interagency partners. In preparation for next week's meeting with our Ghanaian partners, I am attaching the latest agenda, based on the feedback we've received from you all and Post. Please let us know soonest if there are adjustments you believe should be made. To briefly summarize each section of the agenda: Opening remarks: This is pretty straight-forward, and I don't think requires much explanation. We want to, at a high level, reinforce how much we value our partnership with the Ghanaians and convey that we look forward to building on our existing relationship to help Ghana in its nuclear power aspirations. This session will be (virtually) open to the press. Panel discussion: Speakers should outline past cooperation your department/agency has had with the Ghanaians, and how you seek to advance that p.artnership through the FIRST partnership. Engagement plan review: CTR will run this session, as it focuses on the engagement plan we are shortly providing the Ghanaians and provides us an opportunity to explain or vision for FIRST cooperation for the coming year. This of course does not include activities you all may be undertaking on your own. I have also attached the engagement plan for your review. For those with speaking roles, we are requesting the following:

1. Please limit your remarks to five minutes. Due to the high interest, we are squeezing a lot into this agenda, so it is important for us all to remain brief in our remarks.

2. Please provide your talking points to us by COB Wednesday, February 23rd. We ask only to review for potential red flags or sensitivities; we have no interest in making edits or formally "clearing" them.

Finally, we ask that you forward the attached calendar invitation to others from your 0/A who are interested in attending, and please do accept the invitation yourselves so our logistics coordinator at CRDF Global can track who is attending and who should be admitted into the room on the 25t h. As always, please let us know if there is anything else you need from us as we advance preparations. Best regards, I (b )(6)

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RE: Response from "Contact the NRC Web Site Staff" - inquiry regarding Ukrainian nuclear reactors Log. No response Holly From: OPA Resource <OPA.Resource@nrc.gov> Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2022 8:28 AM To: Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harrington@nrc.gov>

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FW: Response from "Contact the NRC Web Site Staff" - inquiry regarding Ukrainian nuclear reactors Do we need to respond to this? From: NRCWEB Resource <NRCWEB.Resource@nrc.gov> Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2022 6:31 AM To: Skytodd73@gmail.com

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RE: Response from "Contact the NRC Web Site Staff" - inquiry regarding Ukrainian nuclear reactors Thank you for your inquiry. We have passed your concern to our Office of Public Affairs. OPA: Please CC nrcweb.resource@nrc.gov on any reply back to the requester.

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[External_Sender] Response from "Contact the NRC Web Site Staff" ContactUslD: 2822 ContactUsNotificationRecipient: nrcweb.resource@nrc.gov ContactUsNotification

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Response from "Contact the NRC Web Site Staff" ContactUsCategory: Web Address of Page of Concern (if applicable): ContactUsNumberTitle: Question or Comment: You are nothing but all talk and no balls when something happens, whats the use

of your program and whos funding you? If your letting a facility in ukraine get took over out of fear you wasted your life at this job, a true nuclear plant watch dog would have an army on the ground rather then pander and ohh and ahh yea you not worth 💩 so if i make a nuclear plant in my backyard you II promise me the moon nah you II sue to make sure i cant, your all such pussys for not protecting all of the world shame on you Would you like to remain anonymous?: False Name:!(b)(6) I E-mail:.... l<b_)(_6_) ____ __ Organization: Address: !._(b_)(_6) __ City!(b )(6) State:G -*"-{b)(6) ZIP/Postal Code:!(b)(6) Country: United States of America Phone: ContactUsCaptcha: Form inserted: 3/5/2022 6:50:54 AM Form updated: 3/5/2022 6:50:54 AM

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I got it. Holly Harrington, Holly Fri, 11 Feb 2022 19:19:30 +0000 Castelveter, David RE: TNT From: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov> Sent: Friday, February 11, 2022 2:18 PM To: Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harrington@nrc.gov>

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FW: TNT This needs an edit towards the end, I presume. DECOMMISSIONING - OPA HQ and OPA Region I held a conversation on a not-for-attribution basis with a Washington Post reporter who has been researching Holtec and its decommissioning business model with a specific focus on Oyster Creek. The reporter subsequently asked the agency to for on-the-record responses to several questions. Publication is expected in early March.

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RE: Tomorrow's News Tonight Just in case anyone follows up, what we posted about Ukraine was the second photo in the photo panel, not a flash banner, which would go across the top and be there at all times. We can, if you want, move this Ukraine message to the first photo in the panel (removing the graphic and the Protecting People and the Environment image temporarily), so it shows up first for all visitors. I chose not to put that high of a hat on it and had it put in the second slot, so it takes a few seconds to show up for a visitor. Holly From: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov> Sent: Monday, March 07, 2022 5:33 PM To: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov>

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Tomorrow's News Tonight Internal use only w no distribution outside NRC, May contain proprietary material March 7, 2022 Traditional Media UKRAINE - Over the weekend, and throughout the today, OPA HQ and OPA regional public affairs officers have been taking calls, either directly or indirectly related to Ukraine and concerns we might have with the reported Russian occupation of nuclear power plants in that country. Media also asked questions related to the security of U.S. nuclear power plants. We declined to accept an invitation for the Chairman to appear on MS-NBC to discuss Ukraine matters. We also declined a request from a reporter at VERIFY, seeking a discussion regarding nuclear power safety, and asking to interview an NRC expert to discuss the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, the dangers it faces, what could and could not happen because of the conflict, the nature of meltdowns, and how this plant compares to the plants where disasters have occurred. Calls for similar type interviews have been referred to the International] Atomic Energy Agency, the Ukraine regulator, the U.S. Department of State, and the U.S. Department of Energy, to include the National Nuclear Security Administration. CNN asked OPA Region IV specific questions regarding plant security, mostly cyber related and threats to U.S. critical infrastructure. We were circumspect in our responses, answering the matter-of-fact questions, referring the reporter to

links with publicly available information and to the Department of Homeland Security. OPA Region Ill declined a NewsNation Now request for a television interview and plant tour to address security given the situation in Ukraine. We suggested that the news organization reach out directly to a plant or the Nuclear Energy Institute. They also asked to conduct on-air interviews with the NRC Chairman and both Commissioners. We declined. The Wall Street Journal asked OPA HQ questions regarding a 2021 Census Bureau report regarding the import of Uranium Fluoride (U235) from Russia and potential impacts concerning nuclear power plants, translated in "layman terms." We responded, on background, with help from OIP and NMSS. OPA HQ also continues to receive email from concerned members of the public. We have responded where appropriate and posted an appropriate NRC website home page flash banner with related information. SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT - OPA Region IV responded to an inquiry from KPRC-TV, regarding nuclear power plant security, tied to Ukraine concerns. We provided the reporter with several fact sheets that addressed the questions. Social Media OPA published Facebook and Linkedln posts and a tweet to highlight the start of tomorrow's 2022 Regulatory Information Conference, including a link to the website with registration details and the program agenda. OPA published a Facebook post and a tweet announcing the upcoming virtual meeting to discuss the special inspection findings from the event at the National Institute of Standards and Technology non-power reactor in Maryland. OPA tweeted a link to the NRC news release announcing the issuance of the annual safety performance assessments for the nation's nuclear power plants. News Release NRC Issues Annual Assessments for Nation's Nuclear Power Plants Internal use only no distribution outside NRG; May co11tain proprietary material 1Javftf 1I.. CMfefvefer 1Jirecfor, O{fict of 'Pubfic 11.ffairs Nuc/Mr 'RJ.!jilatory CornrniJJion 'Maff Stop 0-161b,o 1-r,;; 1?.J,ck,;ff8 Pikl, 1?.J,ck,;/Te, 'MO 2.0852. www.nrc.3ov

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RE: Updated guidance on inquiries related to employee vaccination To be clear, this is the statement with the numbers inserted: As of today, the NRC has achieved an 97.6% compliance rate-meaning employees who are vaccinated with at least one dose or who have a pending or approved exception or ext ension request-and a 92.4% vaccination rate-meaning employees who are vaccinated with at least one dose. As employees continue to provide us their vaccination information, and as we continue an education and counseling process for the smalll percentage of staff who have not yet complied, we anticipate additional employees will get vaccinated in the days and weeks ahead. Holly Harrington Senior Advisor/Office of Public Affairs U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Pronouns: She/her From: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov> Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 202112:11 PM To: Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harrington@nrc.gov>; Burnell, Scott <Scott.Burnell@nrc.gov>; McIntyre, Dave <David.Mclntyre@nrc.gov>

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Re: Updated guidance on inquiries related to employee vaccination Got it David A. Castelveter Director of Public Affairs Nuclear Regulatory Commission 11555 Rockville Pike Rockville, MD 301 415 8200 Bl 301 415 8201 B2 240 393 9563 C www.nrc.gov @nrcgov From: Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harrington@nrc.gov> Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 202110:54:53 AM To: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov>; Burnell, Scott <Scott.Burnell@nrc.gov>; McIntyre, Dave <David. Mel ntyre@nrc.gov>

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RE: Updated guidance on inquiries related to employee vaccination

I'm waiting to hear back from Mary. This is my draft statement, if asked only, based on what 0MB has blessed: Holly As of today, the NRC has achieved an X% compliance rate-meaning employees who are vaccinated with at least one dose or who have a pending or approved exception or ext ension request-and a X% vaccination rate-meaning employees who are vaccinated with at least one dose. As employees continue to provide us their vaccination information, and as we continue an education and counseling process for the small percentage of staff who have not yet complied, we anticipate additional employees will get vaccinated in the days and weeks ahead. From: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov> Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2021 10:49 AM To: Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harrington@nrc.gov>; Burnell, Scott <Scott.Burnell@nrc.gov>; McIntyre, Dave <David. Mel ntyre@nrc.gov>

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Re: Updated guidance on inquiries related to employee vaccination I believe it is about 94 percent David A. Castelveter Director of Public Affairs Nuclear Regulatory Commission 11555 Rockville Pike Rockville, MD 301 415 8200 Bl 301 415 8201 82 240 393 9563 C www.nrc.gov @nrcgov From: Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harrington@nrc.gov> Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2021 9:51:46 AM To: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov>; Burnell, Scott <Scott.Burnell@nrc.gov>; McIntyre, Dave <David.Mclntyre@nrc.gov>

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RE: Updated guidance on inquiries related to employee vaccination I'm sending to Mary to confirm the numbers, if we're asked. I don't have any other Information to relay to reporters. Holly From: Castelveter, David <David.Castelveter@nrc.gov> Sent: Wed11esday, November 24, 2021 9:44 AM To: Harrington, Holly <Holly.Harrington@nrc.gov>; Burnell, Scott <Scott.Burnell@nrc.gov>; McIntyre, Dave <David.Mclntyre@nrc.gov>

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Fwd: Updated guidance on inquiries related to employee vaccination

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[External_Sender] FW: Updated guidance on inquiries related to employee vaccination Good evening, Wanted to make sure that you received this.

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Updated guidance on inquiries related to employee vaccination

Good Evening! Ahead of tomorrow's release of department-level vaccination and compliance rates among Federal employees, I wanted to pass along some guidance for incoming inquiries on tomorrow's announcement. With the release planned for 10 AM ET tomorrow, Wednesday, November 24, we are now moving into the phase where agencies can begin confirming their respective compliance and vaccination numbers to press after that 10 AM release. Ahead of that release, your legislative affairs teams will be giving advance notification to relevant Hill committee staff after 8 AM tomorrow on an embargoed basis, and the offices of your Chief Human Capital Officers will be notifying your relevant Federal employees after 8 AM tomorrow on an embargoed basis. Additionally, in order to have one message, we are encouraging agencies to use the below holding statement for inquiries after tomorrow's 10 AM release when referencing their numbers. Holdina statement: In addition, we request that l(b)(5) (b )(5) (b )(5) I'll pass along a link to the government-wide data once it is released tomorrow, and will follow-up by Monday morning, November 29 with guidance for communicating more detailed data and information about your vaccination rates next week, including for your component bureaus and operating divisions. Thank you, and please let me know if you have any questions, including if you need to be connected with your agency lead for determining your agency's complian,ce and vaccination rates that 0MB will release tomorrow. Isabel

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