Bill > SB672

This bill adds a new chapter to Pennsylvania's health and safety laws focused on lead exposure and poisoning, imposing several key requirements on the Department of Health and various businesses. The bill mandates that the Department of Health develop and distribute educational materials about lead exposure risks to parents, guardians, and expectant parents through healthcare providers, schools, and online resources, with materials to be provided free of charge. Additionally, the bill requires retailers selling paint removal supplies or plumbing components to display prominent posters and make available brochures warning consumers about lead hazards, specifically highlighting the dangers of dry sanding or scraping paint in homes built before 1978 and the risks associated with plumbing systems containing lead. Retailers must also provide similar lead poisoning and paint removal information on their websites, including online retail sites. The bill defines key terms such as "child" (an individual under 21 years old residing in Pennsylvania) and establishes that these new requirements will take effect 60 days after the bill's passage. The overall goal is to increase public awareness about lead exposure risks and provide accessible information to help prevent lead poisoning.

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