Illinois HR0031 declares January 2025 as Radon Action Month, urging citizens to test for radon in homes and buildings.
Illinois HR0031 designates January 2025 as Radon Action Month, emphasizing the importance of testing for radon in homes, schools, and other buildings. Radon, a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas, is a significant health threat, being the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. The resolution highlights that testing is simple and inexpensive, and identified radon problems can be fixed. It notes that 41% of homes in Illinois have high radon levels, with even higher percentages in schools and commercial buildings.
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