Under what act was the lead-based paint hazard reduction initiative primarily established?

The lead-based paint hazard reduction initiative was primarily established under Title X. This act, known as the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992, was enacted to address the hazards of lead-based paint in residential properties. It established requirements for the disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards in residential real estate transactions and included provisions for lead hazard evaluations, risk assessments, and the remediation of lead-based paint hazards in homes, particularly those built before 1978, when the use of lead-based paint was banned in residential settings.

This initiative was a significant step in public health policy, acknowledging the serious risks that lead exposure poses, especially to young children and pregnant women. Title X also created funding opportunities for lead hazard control programs, thereby fostering a comprehensive approach to lead safety in the context of housing and public health.