GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (22 Jul 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.
What this bill does
The GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2026, introduced in the House of Representatives, aims to address lead-based pipe and tap hazards in housing across the United States. The bill proposes to establish a national strategy, create programs for evaluation and reduction of these hazards, and encourage public and private sector partnerships to find cost-effective solutions. It also seeks to educate the public about lead poisoning and its sources, particularly in homes.
This legislation would affect owners, occupants, and children residing in various types of housing, including priority housing, federally assisted housing, and federally owned housing. It would mandate procedures such as risk assessments, inspections, and the implementation of interim controls or abatement measures to reduce lead exposure. The bill also includes provisions for training and certification of contractors working on lead hazard reduction.
The bill was introduced on July 22, 2026, and has been referred to multiple committees for consideration. As it is still in the early stages of the legislative process, it must go through committee review, potential amendments, and votes in both the House and the Senate before it could be sent to the President to be signed into law.
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Timeline
22 Jul 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.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9837 do?
- The GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2026, introduced in the House of Representatives, aims to address lead-based pipe and tap hazards in housing across the United States. The bill proposes to establish a national strategy, create programs for evaluation and reduction of these hazards, and encourage public and private sector partnerships to find cost-effective solutions. It also seeks to educate the public about lead poisoning and its sources, particularly in homes. This legislation would affect owners, occupants, and children residing in various types of housing, including priority housing, federally assisted housing, and federally owned housing. It would mandate procedures such as risk assessments, inspections, and the implementation of interim controls or abatement measures to reduce lead exposure. The bill also includes provisions for training and certification of contractors working on lead hazard reduction. The bill was introduced on July 22, 2026, and has been referred to multiple committees for consideration. As it is still in the early stages of the legislative process, it must go through committee review, potential amendments, and votes in both the House and the Senate before it could be sent to the President to be signed into law.
- Has H.R. 9837 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9837. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9837?
- H.R. 9837 was sponsored by Rep. Brown, Shontel M. [D-OH-11] (D-OH), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9837?
- 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. (22 Jul 2026).
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