HB121 Summary

• Amends the Alabama Lead Reduction Act of 1997 by revising Sections 22-37A-2 through 22-37A-7 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to strengthen lead hazard reduction regulations and enforcement.

• Expands the State Board of Health's authority to conduct lead inspections and enforce compliance with lead abatement standards, including certification of individuals and firms engaged in lead hazard reduction activities.

• Establishes civil penalties for violations ranging from $250 per day for first violations, $500 per day for second violations, and up to $2,500 per day for third and subsequent violations, with violators having the option to complete accredited lead abatement training instead of paying fines.

• Adds criminal penalties making violations a Class A misdemeanor in addition to civil penalties, and authorizes the State Health Officer to require violators to complete additional training.

• Effective date: The first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.