SPONSOR: Appelbaum
Beginning January 1, 2026, this bill prohibits any person or business entity from conducting radon measurement, mitigation, inspection, or laboratory analysis for compensation without the appropriate private certification and State licensing. The bill outlines the eligibility criteria, application process, fees, insurance policy requirement, and renewal process for each type of license.
This bill establishes the "Board of Radon Safety" within the Division of Professional Registration, which will consist of seven members appointed by the Governor. The bill specifies the duties, powers, and responsibilities of the Board, such as promoting radon testing and mitigation, developing and conducting programs, issuing and renewing licenses, collecting and depositing fees, issuing subpoenas, recording minutes, and enforcing compliance.
This bill creates the "Radon Control Fund", which will be used solely for the administration and enforcement of these provisions. The bill also outlines the collection, deposit, disbursement, and investment of the moneys in the Fund.
This bill authorizes the Board of Radon Safety to refuse to issue, renew, or reinstate any license, or to censure, place on probation, suspend, or revoke any license, for any one or any combination of the causes stated in the bill. The bill also provides for the filing of a complaint with the Administrative Hearing Commission and the conduct of the proceedings.
This bill gives the Board of Radon Control or its agent or inspector the power to examine records, inspect or test equipment, photograph or sketch sites, buildings, or equipment, question persons, require the production of evidence, and issue stop orders for any violation. The bill requires measurement professionals, mitigation professionals, and radon mitigation inspection professionals to report the address, results, and other records about services performed.
This bill is similar to HB 2451 (2024).
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