HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has opened a federal Request for Information to collect evidence on health and environmental effects of electromagnetic fields and wireless radiation. The review will assess existing research, compare U.S. and international exposure standards, and identify knowledge gaps. Submissions may address exposures from phones, Wi‑Fi, 5G/6G, wearables and medical devices and should identify the type of evidence cited. The notice is voluntary and may inform future federal policies but does not impose new rules.
HHS Opens Federal Review of Wireless Radiation Risks; Public Input Sought
(AP)
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has launched a federal Request for Information (RFI) to gather public and scientific input on potential health and environmental effects of electromagnetic fields and wireless radiation. The review could shape future federal research priorities and influence health guidance or regulatory policy.
Scope of the Review
The department said the RFI will evaluate existing research, compare U.S. and international exposure standards, and identify gaps in scientific knowledge. The request explicitly covers exposure from mobile phones, Wi‑Fi, smart meters, wireless infrastructure, wearable devices, wireless medical equipment, 5G and 6G networks, satellite communications and related technologies.
Who Should Respond and What To Include
HHS invited scientists, physicians, industry representatives and members of the public to submit evidence. Respondents are asked to indicate whether their submissions rely on peer‑reviewed studies, government reports, industry data, clinical observations or other sources. The department is particularly interested in data on exposures at levels below current federal limits, cumulative exposure, and potential environmental impacts.
Special Populations And Occupational Concerns
The agency asked whether risk assessments should be tailored for specific populations, including children, pregnant people, older adults, individuals with implanted medical devices, and workers with elevated occupational exposure.
"Wireless technologies are part of daily life, and our science must keep pace," Secretary Kennedy said in the HHS announcement, urging researchers and the public to submit evidence that could identify research gaps and guide federal priorities.
What This Notice Does (And Does Not) Do
The notice itself does not impose new restrictions, nor does it establish that wireless radiation causes particular health harms. HHS said responses to the RFI may inform future policies or other federal actions. The department emphasized the request is voluntary and warned that submitted comments may become public.
If you plan to respond, follow the instructions in the federal notice and indicate the nature and provenance of your evidence so reviewers can assess its relevance and quality.
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