The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced over $420 million in funding to eliminate lead hazards from homes across 32 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico. The goal is to protect low-income families, particularly children, from the dangers of lead exposure, which can cause severe health issues.

The funding includes $395 million to support local governments in reducing lead-based paint hazards and $10 million for research on improving safety and cost-effectiveness in addressing housing-related dangers. This initiative is a part of the Biden-Harris administration's broader efforts, which includes $2.6 billion from the bipartisan infrastructure law for nationwide lead pipe replacements.

HUD Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman emphasized that removing lead hazards is crucial to creating safe homes for all, especially vulnerable children. For Black and brown communities, the impact will be significant due to long-standing disparities in housing quality and access to safe environments.

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