# 2026-19252: HHS Probes WiFi, EMF Radiation Risks to Kids' Health

2026-19252, Request for Information on Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs), Radiofrequency (RF) Radiation, and Wireless Radiation Exposure, is a Federal Register notice from Health and Human Services Department published 2026-09-21, effective 2026-10-21 (as of 2026-09-28).

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## Facts
- Document number: 2026-19252
- Title: Request for Information on Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs), Radiofrequency (RF) Radiation, and Wireless Radiation Exposure
- Type: Notice
- Agencies: Health and Human Services Department
- Citation: 91 FR 59792
- Published: 2026-09-21
- Effective: 2026-10-21
- Comments close: 2026-10-21
- Significant: no
- Touches household money: no
- Regulation identifier numbers: none
- Last updated: 2026-09-28

## In one line

HHS Probes WiFi, EMF Radiation Risks to Kids' Health

## Summary

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services wants your thoughts on how electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and wireless radiation might affect our health, especially kids and vulnerable groups. They’re gathering info to check current safety rules, spot research gaps, and guide smart health policies. If you want to share your views, send them by October 21, 2026—this could shape future rules and protect millions!

## Abstract

Consistent with the Department of Health and Human Services' emphasis on evaluating environmental factors that may affect human health, particularly among children and other potentially vulnerable populations, HHS seeks information on electromagnetic field (EMF) emissions and exposure, particularly RF and wireless, and human health. RF radiation and other forms of non-ionizing electromagnetic (EMF) exposure, will hereafter be referred to as "RF/EMF." Responses will help identify and assess the current state of the scientific evidence on RF/EMF exposures and health outcomes, compare existing domestic and international safety standards and regulatory approaches, identify research gaps and priority areas for future study, and inform practical, evidence-based recommendations for policymakers, public health stakeholders, families, schools, and communities. HHS welcomes input from researchers, clinicians, public health professionals, industry, standards organizations, educators, advocacy groups, and members of the public to clearly distinguish established evidence from emerging findings and areas of uncertainty, and supports transparent, science-informed decision-making.

## Effects PRIA read

No economic effects identified for this document.

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## Sources
- [2026-19252 on federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/21/2026-19252/request-for-information-on-electromagnetic-fields-emfs-radiofrequency-rf-radiation-and-wireless)
- [2026-19252 as published (PDF)](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-21/pdf/2026-19252.pdf)

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Source: PRIA, https://policyrisk.com/federal-register/2026-19252 (as of 2026-09-28).