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Annual Lead Hazard Assessments in Assisted Housing for Child Safety.

This Act mandates the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to conduct annual risk assessments in properties receiving rental assistance. The goal is to identify and address lead hazards, including lead-based paint and lead service lines, prioritizing homes with young children. Property owners will be held accountable for quickly fixing these deficiencies, significantly improving the health safety of families in subsidized housing.
Key points
HUD must annually assess lead risks (paint and service lines) in all housing receiving project-based or tenant-based rental assistance.
Lead hazards will be included in property inspection scores as an urgent health and safety deficiency, holding owners accountable for remediation.
Remediation plans must prioritize properties where children under the age of 6 reside, due to their high vulnerability to lead poisoning.
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Print number: 118_S_577
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-03-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Keep Children and Families Safe from Lead Hazards Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_577.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • HUD must annually assess lead risks (paint and service lines) in all housing receiving project-based or tenant-based rental assistance.
  • Lead hazards will be included in property inspection scores as an urgent health and safety deficiency, holding owners accountable for remediation.
  • Remediation plans must prioritize properties where children under the age of 6 reside, due to their high vulnerability to lead poisoning.
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 Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

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

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