SB497

Providing for testing for dangerous levels of radon and remediation measures in school buildings, residential buildings, residential homes and commercial buildings; and imposing penalties.

Introduced·3/21/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB497 mandates radon testing and remediation in school, residential, and commercial buildings.

Pennsylvania SB497, the Radon Remediation Act, requires radon testing and remediation in school, residential, and commercial buildings. School districts must test each school building and conduct follow-up tests every five years. If a dangerous level of radon is detected, students must be barred from entering until remediation is complete. Residential home sellers must test homes before sale and inform buyers of results. If radon levels are dangerous, buyers must be barred from entering until remediation is complete.

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Environmental Resources & Energy Committee
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History

Mar 21, 2025

Senate

Referred to Environmental Resources & Energy