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Lead Elimination Act: Safer Drinking Water in High-Risk Areas.

This act aims to improve drinking water safety by identifying and eliminating lead pipes, especially in areas where vulnerable communities reside. Citizens can expect cleaner water and reduced health risks associated with lead.
Key points
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will develop guidelines to help public water systems identify high-risk locations for lead contamination.
These guidelines will assist in testing drinking water for lead concentration and replacing lead service lines.
Information on high-risk areas will be publicly available, increasing citizen awareness and safety.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3255
Sponsor: Rep. Norcross, Donald [D-NJ-1]
Process start date: 2021-05-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

LEAD Guidance Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3255.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will develop guidelines to help public water systems identify high-risk locations for lead contamination.
  • These guidelines will assist in testing drinking water for lead concentration and replacing lead service lines.
  • Information on high-risk areas will be publicly available, increasing citizen awareness and safety.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Norcross, Donald [D-NJ-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

CATEGORIES

Environment Health