RADON ACTION MONTH

This resolution (SR 6) symbolically declares January 2025 as "Radon Action Month" in Illinois. It does not create new laws or requirements but aims to raise public awareness about radon - a colorless, odorless radioactive gas that causes lung cancer, particularly in non-smokers. The resolution highlights that 41% of Illinois homes have high radon levels and emphasizes the importance of testing and mitigation. It directly affects all Illinois residents, property owners, and building occupants by encouraging proactive testing, though it does not mandate any actions or change existing regulations.