NRC NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF CONGRESSIONAL AFFAIRS

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission announced yesterday that Renee Simpson has taken over as the director of the Office of Congressional Affairs. Simpson previously served on the House Appropriations and Senate Intelligence Committees in senior staff positions, as well as in positions with the Offices of Legislative Affairs for the U.S. Marine Corps and Director of National Intelligence. ““We are happy to welcome Renee to our team,” said NRC Chair Allison Macfarlane in a statement. “Her extensive experience on and around Capitol Hill, and her skills in navigating the legislative process will serve the NRC well.” Simpson has already begun serving in this position, starting on Monday of this week.