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No Radioactive Roads Act: New Rules for Phosphogypsum Use

This act aims to protect public health by prohibiting the use of phosphogypsum in road construction due to its radioactivity. It introduces strict new rules for other uses of this material, requiring detailed risk assessments and public access to information to ensure safety. This provides citizens with greater peace of mind regarding air and water quality in their environment.
Key points
Prohibits the use of phosphogypsum, a radioactive material, in road construction, reducing cancer risks for workers and residents.
Establishes strict requirements for other uses of phosphogypsum, including health and environmental risk assessments, and mandatory water contamination monitoring.
All requests for phosphogypsum use and test results will be publicly available on the Environmental Protection Agency's website, increasing transparency and public oversight.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10304
Sponsor: Rep. Frost, Maxwell [D-FL-10]
Process start date: 2024-12-05