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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 104Pt. 9Ch. 7Art. 3§ 114940 Atomic Energy Public Information

§ 114940 Atomic Energy Public Information

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§ 114940 Atomic Energy Public Information

Key Takeaways

  • •The government must share true and clear facts about atomic energy and radiation with the public.
  • •They must explain both the good and bad sides of using radiation.
  • •They work with the health department to share info about radiation dangers.

Example

A town near a power plant wants to know if radiation from the plant is safe.

The government must give them clear facts about radiation risks and benefits, working with health experts to make sure the info is right.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 114940 Atomic Energy Public Information

The secretary shall disseminate to the public factual data and information and interpretations thereof concerning atomic energy development and the uses of radiation in the state with the view to providing a reliable source of accurate information relating to the benefits and hazards of such development and uses. Data and information relating to hazards of radiation shall be developed and disseminated in cooperation with the State Department of Health, as provided for in paragraph (3) of subdivision (e) of Section 115000. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

atomic energy developmentuses of radiationbenefits and hazardsState Department of Health

Related Statutes

  • § 114910 Secretary Atomic Energy Liaison
  • § 114915 Atomic Energy Coordination
  • § 114920 Atomic Energy Rule Review
  • § 114930 Atomic Energy Regulation Recommendations
  • § 103005 Coroner Fetal Death Certification

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 114940.
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