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This bill establishes a grant program administered by the Secretary of Health and Human Services to help local governments train law enforcement officers about public health threats related to building code violations. Under the bill, local governments can receive grants to develop training programs that help enforcement officers recognize and respond to these health threats. Grant recipients must coordinate with relevant federal, state, and local agencies like public health departments, and can partner with other local governments or nongovernmental organizations with expertise in the area. When awarding grants, the Secretary will prioritize applicants based on their capacity to provide training and the presence of identified health threats in their area. The bill defines "enforcement officers" as those responsible for implementing consensus-based codes and standards for residential structures' design, construction, and maintenance. The goal is to improve local law enforcement's ability to identify and address building-related public health risks, such as unsafe living conditions or structural hazards that could pose health dangers to residents.

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