Bill_ID
235
Short Name
The Atomic Energy Bill, 2007
Sponsor Name
Hon. Daudi Migereko
Type Name
Government
First Reading
2008-02-05
Overview
<p>The object of this Bill is to provide for the regulation of peaceful applications of ionising radiation; to establish the Atomic Energy Council; to provide for the protection, safety and security of individuals, society and the environment from the dangers resulting from ionizing radiation; to provide for the production and use of radiation sources and the management of radioactive waste; to provide for a framework to promote and develop nuclear energy for use in power generation and other peaceful purposes; to provide for compliance with international safely requirements for use of ionizing radiation, radiation protection and security of radioactive sources; to repeal the Atomic Energy Act, Cap. 143; and for other related matters.</p>