What is the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act commonly known as?

• A. The Renovation and Remodeling Act of 1992.
• B. Title X of the Community Development and Housing Act of 1992, focusing on primary prevention of lead poisoning.
• C. The Safe Housing and Lead Act of 1992.
• D. The Lead Contamination Control Act of 1992.

Answer: (B)

The key idea is the official designation of this law. It is commonly known as Title X of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992, which emphasizes primary prevention of lead poisoning in housing. This labeling signals that the act was enacted as part of the 1992 Housing and Community Development Act and focuses on preventing exposure to lead-based paint hazards before it occurs, rather than only addressing existing problems. The act introduced requirements for disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards in pre-1978 housing during sale or lease and set up programs and responsibilities aimed at reducing and preventing those hazards.