The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), through its Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program (CFDA 14.900), awarded a $2,500,000 project grant to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) to identify and control lead-based paint hazards in privately-owned low-income housing. The 3-year grant, which began on November 15, 2023, supports comprehensive lead hazard reduction activities including inspections, risk assessments, interim controls, and abatement to protect children under age six from lead poisoning.
As part of this grant, MDPH is sub-awarding $40,000 per year over 3 years to two local partners - the Partners for Healthier Community, Inc. and the Greater Lawrence Community Action Council, Inc. - to provide direct outreach and education to families in target areas on federal/state lead laws, lead exposure sources, lead-safe work practices, and resources for lead hazard mitigation and financial assistance.
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