Environmental
Which federal law requires disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards in homes built before 1978?
ACERCLA
BThe Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act (Title X)✓ Correct
CRCRA
DThe Clean Air Act
Explanation
Title X of the Housing and Community Development Act requires sellers and landlords of pre-1978 homes to disclose known lead-based paint hazards and provide a lead hazard pamphlet to buyers/renters. Buyers must also be given a 10-day period to conduct a lead inspection.
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