Apr. 07, 2025
HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Russ Diamond (R-Lebanon) to allow previous property owners to access radon data from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) passed the House 176-27 today.
Under current law, there are restrictions that prohibit DEP from sharing data it has collected regarding radon levels. Diamond’s bill would allow previous homeowners to access the data if they owned the property during the time the data was collected. Diamond says by allowing this information to be shared, we can better mitigate the harmful consequences of radon.
“Pennsylvania ranks among the worst states in the country for radon levels, which exposes many families in the Commonwealth to harmful, radioactive particles,” Diamond said. “Pennsylvanians concerned about radon on their property can seek testing information from DEP; however, there are currently limitations on how that data can be shared. My bill would peel back some of those limitations, so previous property owners can access DEP’s data.”
Diamond started developing
House Bill 448 after hearing from a constituent who has struggled with undiagnosable health conditions.
“The woman’s doctor asked if she had ever lived in a property with radon. DEP wouldn’t tell her about her former home because she didn't live at that property anymore. This is unnecessary red tape,” he said.
Diamond said he is appreciative of the bill’s widespread support in the House and hopes for expedient review in the Senate.
“By working together on this issue, we can ensure our constituents have better access to information concerning potential radon exposure, which can impact their health and overall wellbeing,” he said.
House Bill 448 now heads to the Senate for consideration. Questions about this legislation can be directed to Diamond’s office at 717-277-2101.
Representative Russ Diamond
102nd District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
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