Bill · H.R. 9837· House(119-HR-9837)
GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 7/22/2026
- Last activity
- 7/22/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Shontel Brown
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2026," aims to eliminate lead-based pipe and tap hazards in residential housing. It establishes a national strategy to evaluate and reduce these hazards in both private and federally assisted housing. The legislation provides for various grants to help states and local governments perform risk assessments, inspections, and abatements. It also mandates training and certification for contractors and establishes a task force to improve financing and safety standards. Additionally, the bill includes new disclosure requirements for property transfers to protect buyers and tenants. Finally, it contains several revenue provisions regarding partnership interests and estate taxes.
Yes· 3 of 15
Would children be better off under this?+10
The bill's primary objective is to prevent childhood lead poisoning by reducing water-borne hazards.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+8
The bill establishes a national strategy to eliminate toxic lead-based pipe hazards in residential water systems.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+7
The bill prioritizes assistance and risk assessments for priority and affordable housing used by low-income families.
The opposite
Does this cut the tax on money left behind when someone dies?-5
The bill reduces the estate tax burden by returning to the pre-2018 basic exclusion amount.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Reduction of Lead Poisoning Risks: The bill seeks to prevent childhood lead poisoning by evaluating and reducing lead-based pipe and tap hazards in various housing types (Section 2).
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Financial Assistance for Housing Improvements: Grants can be used to provide assistance to owners and occupants of priority housing for risk assessments, interim controls, and the total abatement of lead hazards (Section 101(e)).
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Consumer Protections in Real Estate: The bill requires sellers or lessors to disclose known lead-based pipe hazards and provides purchasers a 10-day window to conduct inspections before they are obligated to a contract (Section 107(a)).
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Support for Displaced Families: Grant funds can be used to assist in the temporary relocation of families who must vacate their homes while lead reduction work is being performed (Section 101(e)(6)).
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Public Education: The legislation funds efforts to educate the public about the nature of lead poisoning and the steps necessary to reduce exposure (Section 101(e)(7) and Section 204(d)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Increased Costs for Property Owners: Sellers or lessors may face new requirements to provide lead hazard information pamphlets and disclose known hazards during property transfers (Section 107(a)).
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New Fees for Contractors: The Environmental Protection Agency or States may impose fees on certified contractors and those operating accredited training programs (Section 201(a)(3)).
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Increased Legal Liability: Individuals who knowingly violate the disclosure or safety provisions regarding lead hazards may be subject to civil money penalties and are potentially liable for triple the amount of damages incurred (Section 107(c)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+10Good For Low Income Households+7Good For Urban Residents+5Good For Middle Class Households+4Good For Women+4
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+7Increases Wealthy Taxes+6Improves Small Business Support+3Improves Economic Growth+2Reduces Estate Tax-5
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+8Improves Roads And Bridges+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Affordable Housing+6Improves Poverty Reduction+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+4
- Healthcare
- Improves Opioid Crisis Response+1
- 7/22/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan