Lead in our drinking water, at any level, is a threat to our public health, particularly to children.
Dick Durbin: “Lead in our drinking water, at any level, is a threat to our public health, particularly to children.”
On the recordJune 11, 2026
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Addressing the health risks of lead in drinking water.
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