Lead; Minor Amendment to the Grant Provision in the Lead-Based Paint Activities Rule

The Agency is revising the grant provision included in the Lead-Based Paint Activities Rule, which was finalized on August 29, 1996. Specifically, EPA is correcting an anomaly created by the original language of 40 CFR 745.330 by clarifying that grants may be awarded to States and Tribes for the purpose of developing, as well as carrying out authorized programs to ensure that individuals employed in lead-based paint activities are properly trained; that training programs are accredited; and that contractors employed in such activities are certified. Although this revision is being made effective upon publication, the Agency is still interested in receiving comments on this action. Any comments received will be considered prior to the issuance of any subsequent amendment to this provision.