42 U.S.C. § 10223 — Alternative means of financing

The Secretary^* shall undertake a study with respect to alternative approaches to managing the construction and operation of all civilian radioactive waste management facilities, including the feasibility of establishing a private corporation for such purposes. In conducting such study, the Secretary shall consult with the Director^* of the Office^* of Management and Budget, the Chairman of the Commission^*, and such other Federal agency^* representatives as may be appropriate. Such study shall be completed, and a report containing the results of such study shall be submitted to the Congress, within 1 year after January 7, 1983.