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Lead

Make sure lead safety is a part of your renovation

Lead

Highlights

  • October 25, 2018 -  EPA announced enforcement actions completed over the last year to ensure that renovation contractors, landlords, property managers, realtors and others comply with rules that protect the public from exposure to lead. Learn more.  
  • October 17, 2018 - EPA announced the availability of new state grants for assistance in testing for lead in drinking water at schools and child care programs. Learn more about the new WIIN grant.
  • October 9, 2018 - This year National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week takes place October 21-27, 2018. Learn more about ways you can participate during the week.

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