BILL · 2007–08 SESSION

HB 1847: Lead poisoning prevention

Providing for lead poisoning prevention education and screening.

Summary

  • Creates a series of public service announcements about the nature of lead-based paint hazards, the importance of standards for lead poisoning prevention in properties, and the certification and training program administered by the Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development (DCTED).
  • Requires the Secretary of the Department of Health to develop information pamphlets about childhood lead poisoning education and prevention.
  • Creates a screening program for children under six years of age in target populations for elevated blood-lead levels. HOUSE SELECT COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

From the House Bill Report (HB 1847), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee
  1. IntroducedJan 30, 2007
  2. Out of committeestopped here
  3. Passed House
  4. Passed Senate
  5. Governor
  6. Law
Prime sponsor
Al O'Brien (D-1)
Introduced
January 30, 2007 in the House
Last action
January 14, 2008
Companion bill
SB 5981
Budget
Has a fiscal note

AN ACT Relating to lead poisoning prevention;

Sponsors

Votes

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

History

  1. By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
  2. Referred to Appropriations.
  3. ENVH - Executive action taken by committee.
  4. ENVH - Majority; do pass.
  5. First reading, referred to Select Committee on Environmental Health.

HB 1847 in other sessions

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