SB 2754 Illinois Senate · 93rd Regular Session

CHILDHOOD LEAD POISON RED ACT

Summary
Creates the Childhood Lead Poisoning Reduction Act. Establishes a Lead Poisoning Prevention Commission. Defines the requirements for lead-free and lead-safe property status. Provides that the owner of an affected property may request that the Department of Public Health inspect an affected property to determine whether it complies with the requirements for lead-free and lead-safe property. Provides that a contractor or supervisor performing lead hazard reduction activities shall be accredited by the Director of Public Health. Establishes immunity from civil liability to a person at risk for an affected property owner who complies with the lead-free or lead-safe standards and offers to pay medical expenses, relocation costs, and attorney's fees. Requires insurers to extend liability coverage to rental property owners for losses or damages caused by exposure to lead-based paint. Provides that civil remedies and criminal penalties shall be enforced against any owner of an affected property who fails to comply. Prohibits retaliatory evictions. Provides for the creation of educational programs designed to inform the public of the problem of lead poisoning and its prevention. Requires the Director of Public Health to establish a program for early identification of persons at risk. Creates a private right to injunctive relief.
Bill status failed 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2004
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 5, 2004 Last action Jan 11, 2005
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Committee
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Jan 11, 2005
Senate · Failed
Session Sine Die
Feb 27, 2004
Senate · Referred to committee
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Rules
Feb 25, 2004
Senate · Reported by committee
To Subcommittee
Feb 18, 2004
Senate · Referred to committee
Assigned to Health & Human Services
Feb 5, 2004
Senate · Referred to committee
Referred to Rules
0 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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Photo of James F. Clayborne, Jr.
James F. Clayborne, Jr.
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