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Regulatory Responsibility In The Atomic Energy Program ( A Symposium), Paul C. Aebersold, W. A. Kitts, Frank Norton, George E. Thoma Jr. Jan 1958

Regulatory Responsibility In The Atomic Energy Program ( A Symposium), Paul C. Aebersold, W. A. Kitts, Frank Norton, George E. Thoma Jr.

Cleveland State Law Review

The regulatory actions taken by federal, state and local governments will exert a great impact on the present and future development of the civilian atomic energy program. All are aware of the tremendous potential that atomic energy holds for mankind. All are equally aware, on the negative side, of the potential radiation hazards associated with the use of radiation and radioactive materials. These hazards must be controlled so that the full realization of atomic energy benefits may be enjoyed.


Federal Regulation Of Atomic Energy Activities, Paul C. Aebersold, Gerald L. Hutton Jan 1958

Federal Regulation Of Atomic Energy Activities, Paul C. Aebersold, Gerald L. Hutton

Cleveland State Law Review

The Atomic Energy Act of 1954 expressly recognizes in Section One that atomic energy is capable of application for peaceful purposes as well as military uses. The Act also provides that United policy is to direct the development, use, and control of atomic energy so as to make the maximum contribution to the general welfare, promote world peace, improve the general welfare, increase the standard of living, and strengthen free competition in private enterprise. These objectives are subject at all times to the paramount objective of maximum contribution to the common defense and security. The Atomic Energy Act of 1954 …