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S. 743 (100th)

Radon Detection in School Buildings Act

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Introduced

12 March 1987

Last action

2 April 1987 · Committee

Status

Subcommittee on Superfund and Environmental. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 100-52.

Sponsors

Sen. Chafee, John H. [R-RI], Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME], Sen. Stafford, Robert T. [R-VT], Sen. Heinz, John [R-PA], Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV], Sen. Mikulski, Barbara A. [D-MD], Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ], Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA], Sen. Durenberger, Dave [R-MN], Sen. Gore, Albert, Jr. [D-TN], Sen. Warner, John [R-VA]

Subjects

Environment

Source updated

28 August 2025

Environment

Summary

Radon Detection in School Buildings Act - Directs the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to study the extent of radon contamination in the Nation's school buildings, including a statistical survey of radon levels and a list of school districts where radon levels probably exceed target levels for remedial action. Authorizes the Administrator to provide technical assistance, information, and equipment to States for conducting radon tests. Authorizes the Administrator to undertake diagnostic and remedial efforts at high radon level school buildings to develop the necessary technology. Requires the Administrator to report to the Congress annually for two years on activities under this Act. Authorizes appropriations.

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Timeline

  1. 12 March 1987

    Introduced

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 12 March 1987

    Introduced

    Introduced in Senate

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 2 April 1987

    Committee

    Subcommittee on Environmental Protection. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 100-52.

    Source: Committee

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