This program will support the texas department state health services in the administration and enforcement of the lead-based paint accreditation program, training individuals, and establishing…

The Texas Department of State Health Services will use $341,949 in funding from the Environmental Protection Agency Region 6 under the TSCA Title IV State Lead Grants Certification of Lead-Based Paint Professionals program to administer and enforce the state's lead-based paint accreditation program. Key activities include training individuals in lead-based paint abatement, accrediting training providers, and certifying contractors. These efforts are aimed at reducing lead exposure and improving public health by establishing workplace standards for residential housing built before 1978. The grant period is from October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022.

This program will support the texas department state health services in the administration and enforcement of the lead-based paint accreditation program, training individuals, and establishing workplace standards in residential housing built before 1978. The training of individuals engaged in lead-based paint abatements, accreditation of training providers, and certification of contractors will result in a reduction of exposure to lead resulting in improved public health.