COLUMBUS — State leaders have launched a new program aimed at protecting Ohioans from toxic lead exposure.
The “Lead Safe Ohio Program” will invest $150 million toward state and local efforts to prevent lead position and lead contamination, according to a media release.
Around $100 million of the funding will go toward efforts like lead-safe building certification, screening and testing for lead poisoning, education and early intervention for people impacted by lead.
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The remainder of the funding will be used to recruit lead contractors and mediation services for buildings built before 1978.
“Through this funding, we are arming community leaders with the resources to help their residents make much-needed repairs and remove a catastrophic health hazard from the places they call home,” Lt. Governor Jon Husted said.
Applications for funding are expected to open by the end of summer, the media release states.
The program is funded by House Bill 45 and American Rescue Plan Act money.