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NY S08845
Bill
Status
5/24/2018
Primary Sponsor
Fred Akshar
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AI Summary
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Creates a seven-member radon task force to conduct a comprehensive study on preventing human exposure to radon, which is identified as one of the leading causes of lung cancer.
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Task force composition includes the secretary of state, commissioner of health, commissioner of labor, two governor-appointed members (one with radon testing/mitigation expertise and one from real estate), one senate-appointed member, and one assembly-appointed member.
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Study scope includes examining interagency coordination needs for public education and prevention programs, training and licensing requirements for radon service providers, and other relevant information on radon in indoor settings.
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Task force must file findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation with the governor, legislative leadership, and minority leaders by April 1, 2019.
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Takes effect immediately and expires May 1, 2019.
Legislative Description
Creates the radon task force to conduct a comprehensive study on the prevention of human exposure to radon and make recommendations to reduce and minimize exposure to New York state residents; and provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.
Last Action
SUBSTITUTED BY A10774A
6/20/2018