Please sign this petition urging the Michigan Legislature to pass a law requiring radon testing in all Michigan schools. This is a simple but life-saving policy that will protect students, educators, and staff from radon.

Why This Matters

• Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., causing over 21,000 deaths annually (EPA).
• It’s a colorless, odorless radioactive gas that seeps into buildings
• 1 in 4 homes in Michigan have radon levels above the EPA safety threshold (4.0 pCi/L), yet schools aren’t required to test at all.
• Children are more vulnerable to radon exposure, and many school buildings have never been tested.
• Testing is inexpensive and non-disruptive
• At least 10 other states, including Connecticut, Oregon, and Virginia, have passed school radon testing laws. It’s time for Michigan to follow suit.

What This Law Would Do

• Require all Michigan schools to test for radon.
• Mandate retesting every 5 years, or sooner after renovations.
• Require mitigation if levels exceed 4.0 pCi/L.
• Make results publicly available to families and staff.
• Ensure new schools use radon-resistant construction techniques.

Michigan kids deserve to learn in safe, healthy classrooms that are free from cancer-causing gases. Let's protect our future.