This Project Grant award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 provides $516,000.00 to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (MDHSS) to implement a voluntary testing program for lead in drinking water at local schools and child care centers in the state. The funding supports activities under the EPA's Voluntary School and Child Care Lead Testing and Reduction Grant Program (CFDA 66.444), which aims to identify and mitigate lead exposure risks for children. Specifically, MDHSS will utilize the EPA's 3Ts guidance (Training, Testing, and Taking Action) to conduct lead sampling, laboratory analysis, and develop remediation plans for facilities located in low-income areas, with priority given to those caring for children 6 years and under. The agency will also communicate testing results and lead information to the public, provide training on lead risks and mitigation, and take corrective actions as needed to address elevated lead levels. The award period is from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $516.0k | 8/19/24 |