Bill > HB289

This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require comprehensive radon testing and mitigation in all school buildings, starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The legislation mandates that existing school buildings must be tested for radon gas, with any levels at or above four picocuries per liter requiring mitigation and retesting until levels are reduced. Initial testing must occur within one year of the bill's effective date or building completion, with subsequent retesting every five years for buildings with low radon levels and every two years for buildings with elevated levels. The bill specifies that testing must be conducted by certified professionals using established protocols, and requires detailed reporting of test results to various stakeholders including the school's governing body, parents' organizations, teachers' unions, and relevant government agencies. Additionally, the bill introduces requirements for radon-resistant techniques in new school construction and provides definitions for key terms like "school entity" and "radon." Notably, the bill covers a wide range of educational institutions including public schools, charter schools, cyber schools, and private schools. The legislation aims to protect students, teachers, and staff from potential health risks associated with radon exposure by ensuring systematic testing and mitigation of radon gas in school environments.

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