Environmental
Federal law requires sellers of pre-1978 homes to disclose known information about lead-based paint. In Rhode Island, this federal requirement is:
AReplaced entirely by the Rhode Island Lead Hazard Mitigation Act
BIn addition to Rhode Island's own lead disclosure requirements✓ Correct
COnly applicable to rental properties, not sales
DWaived for properties sold to investors
Explanation
Both federal law (Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act / HUD/EPA rule) and Rhode Island's Lead Hazard Mitigation Act impose lead-related disclosure and mitigation requirements. Sellers and landlords must comply with both.
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