§ 39-25-2 - Statement of policy and purpose.
SECTION 39-25-2
§ 39-25-2 Statement of policy and purpose.– The general assembly finds and hereby declares the following:
(1) The citizens of the state whose homes are in closeproximity to proposed high voltage lines have expressed concern about thepossible harmful effect of electromagnetic fields that emanate from theelectrical utilities facilities;
(2) There have been a number of scientific studies thatpurport to suggest that the electromagnetic fields associated with electricalutility facilities may present a significant health risk;
(3) The issue of the adverse health effects of human exposureto electromagnetic radiation has been the subject of newspaper and scientificjournal articles, and although to date no firm data exists indicating at whatlevels this radiation may pose certain health risks, scientific studies andpreliminary evidence warrant an approach of prudent avoidance;
(4) While the general assembly recognizes that at present,research data neither provides a basis for asserting that magnetic fields posea significant health risk nor does it allow one to categorically assert thatthere are no risks. Prudence, therefore, suggests caution in dealing withelectromagnetic fields and public health issues until further research permitsa more conclusive determination.