Toxic Substances: Federal Programs Do Not Fully Address Some Lead Exposure Issues

RCED-92-186 Published: May 15, 1992. Publicly Released: Jun 15, 1992.

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Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO reviewed the overall federal strategy for reducing lead exposure and eliminating lead poisoning.

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ChildrenDisease controlEnvironmental policiesHazardous substancesHealth hazardsHealth resources utilizationLead poisoningPollution controlPublic assistance programsSafety regulationSafety standardsToxic substancesLead abatement