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MN HF244
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/22/2019
Primary Sponsor
Anne Claflin
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AI Summary
- Requires school districts and charter schools to adopt radon testing schedules with short-term or long-term tests conducted in every building serving students at least once every five years
- Mandates testing begin by July 1, 2021, and all buildings be tested within five years
- Tests must use certified radon testing devices from the National Radon Proficiency Program or National Radon Safety Board and cover all frequently occupied rooms with ground contact
- Requires mitigation and corrective action if radon levels reach or exceed four picocuries per liter, with follow-up testing within two years using American National Standards Institute standards
- All radon measurement and mitigation work must be completed by individuals licensed under Minnesota Statutes section 144.4961, with results reported to the Department of Health and at school board meetings
Legislative Description
Radon testing required by school districts.
Last Action
Committee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer to Health and Human Services Finance Division
3/4/2020
Committee Referrals
Health and Human Services Finance3/4/2020
Education Policy1/22/2019
Full Bill Text
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