Radon-Reporter-2026-Issue-1FINAL

THE RADON REPORTER | 13 CHAPTER CORNER Midwest Chapter The Midwest IEA Chapter once again led the coordination of the annual Midwest Radon Stakeholder Conference, in conjunction with the American Lung Association and the Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin state radon programs. Combined on-line and in-person attendance was nearly 180 people for the March 13 th event. The day- long session provided updates on the industry and tips to grow business and save more lives, while also providing continuing education credit for certified attendees. During one presentation, attendees made over 900 phone calls in twenty minutes to Illinois legislators to push for radon policy change. A recorded version of the conference will be soon available for continuing education credit. Illinois Policy Update - The Illinois Radon Policy Taskforce, (primarily funded by the Midwest IEA Chapter), continues to push a bill in the Illinois General Assembly requiring public schools to test and mitigate radon. The Taskforce outreach has produced sizable legislative support (42% of Senators as cosponsors), helping its odds in a state notorious for difficulty in enacting new laws. To date, it has made it half-way through the process. Chapter Corner Rocky Mountain Chapter The RMIEA National Radon Action Month Networking Happy Hour in Englewood, Colorado at Moe’s Original BBQ was a huge success on January 28! It was wonderful to see so many members come out to connect, catch up, and celebrate the work we’re doing together. Between great BBQ, bowling, drinks, and lively conversation, the energy in the room was fantastic. Heartland Chapter The EPA Region 7 Stakeholders Meeting was held in Lincoln, Nebraska on March 3rd, 2026, bringing together professionals from various industries for discussions and presentations about radon risk-reduction in the four- state region. With more than 150 participants, the event created meaningful opportunities for collaboration as attendees exchanged ideas to advance radon mitigation and foster safer indoor environments. The IEA Heartland Chapter organized a chapter meeting during the event, offering lunch to current members. This annual tradition has seen growing participation every year.