Number: RS21988 Title: Radioactive Tank Waste from the Past Production of Nuclear Weapons: Background and Issues for Congress Authors: David Bearden and Anthony Andrews, Resources, Science, and Industry Division; and Aaron M. Flynn, American Law Division Abstract: This report provides background information on the disposal of radioactive tank waste, analyzes the waste disposal authority in P.L. 108-375, discusses the implementation of this authority, and examines relevant issues. Pages: 6 Date: Updated January 3, 2007