For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
April 17, 2001
Statement by the President
I support Administrator Whitman's decision to
implement a rule to significantly expand and disclose the information
available to the public about the presence of lead and lead emissions
in their communities.
Lead is a persistent and highly toxic
substance that can cause a range of environmental and health
problems. It has an especially harmful impact on the health
of children and infants. And it is found too often in some
of America's older, poorer communities. Under this new rule,
workers, consumers and communities will be provided crucial information
about the presence of this toxic substance.
To assist in complying with this rule, I have
asked Administrator Whitman to provide technical assistance to affected
small businesses to help them prepare their first reports.
This is an important and responsible approach
that will protect American families and our environment from
unnecessary exposure to lead. My administration will continue to
support and promote efforts based on sound science to clean our air,
water and land.
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