Preventing A Dirty Bomb

Description: Radioactive materials are commonly used for medical, industrial, or research purposes. But in the hands of terrorists, even in small amounts, they can be used to make a dirty bomb. In a new report, we looked at federal efforts to prevent radioactive materials from falling into the wrong hands. We'll learn more from GAO's Allison Bawden.

Related work: GAO-24-107014, Preventing A Dirty Bomb: Nuclear Regulatory Commission Has Not Taken Steps to Address Certain Radiological Security Risks

Released: October 2024

Transcript Link: https://www.gao.gov/assets/880/871817...

Report Link: https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-24-1...

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