Bill > SB760

This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require comprehensive radon testing and mitigation in school buildings across Pennsylvania. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, all existing school buildings must be tested for radon gas, with mandatory mitigation if levels reach or exceed four picocuries per liter of air. 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 or every two years for buildings with elevated levels. The bill specifies that testing and mitigation must be performed by certified professionals using specific national standards, such as the ANSI-AARST protocols. Additionally, schools must report testing results within 60 days to their governing body, parents' organization, teachers' union, and through public website postings and submissions to various state agencies. The bill also requires new school buildings to be constructed using radon-resistant techniques. The legislation applies to a wide range of educational institutions, including public, charter, cyber charter, private, and nonpublic schools, and aims to protect students and staff from potential health risks associated with radon exposure.

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