§ 23-61-1. Legislative intent.
The general assembly recognizes that radon is an odorless, colorless, tasteless, and radioactive gas that occurs naturally in soil and groundwater; that radon enters homes and buildings through openings in foundations, decays to form radon progeny, and unless vented to the atmosphere, accumulates in buildings and becomes hazardous to human health, and prolonged exposure to elevated concentrations of radon decay products has been associated with increases in the risk of lung cancer. The general assembly recognizes that there is a need to protect human health and prevent exposure to elevated concentrations of radon.
History of Section.P.L. 1992, ch. 216, § 2.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Section 23-61-1. - Legislative intent.
Section 23-61-2. - Declaration of purpose.
Section 23-61-3. - Definitions.
Section 23-61-4. - Authority of the director.
Section 23-61-5. - Licensing and certification.
Section 23-61-6. - Notification to the department.
Section 23-61-7. - Radon inspections.
Section 23-61-8. - Establishment of fees.
Section 23-61-9. - Use of the radon control appropriations.
Section 23-61-10. - Applicability of §§ 45-13-7 — 45-13-10.