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Section 6-301 – Use of Lead-Based Paint Prohibited

    A person may not use lead-based paint:         (1)    On any interior surface;         (2)    On any exterior surface to which children commonly may be exposed;         (3)    On any porch of any dwelling; or         (4)    Except for a lead-based industrial paint that is applied to a household appliance, on any article that is intended for household use.

Section 6-302 – Penalties

    (a)    A person who violates any provision of § 6-301 of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 30 days or both.     (b)    (1)    A person who violates § 6-303 of this subtitle or any regulation adopted under § 6-303 of this subtitle […]

Section 6-303 – Blood Lead Test Reporting

    (a)    (1)    A medical laboratory, office, or other facility that draws blood from any child 18 years and under for analysis of blood lead levels shall obtain all information required by the Department, including the address, date of birth, sex, and race of the child.         (2)    The medical laboratory, office, or facility drawing blood for analysis under paragraph […]

Section 6-304 – Case Management for Children With Elevated Blood Lead Levels

    (a)    The Secretary shall assist local governments, if necessary, to provide case management of children with elevated blood lead levels greater than or equal to 10 micrograms per deciliter (�g/dl) before July 1, 2020, and greater than or equal to the reference level defined in § 6–801(q) of this title on or after July 1, 2020. […]

Section 6-305 – Environmental Investigations to Determine Lead Hazards

    (a)    On or before July 1, 2020, the Department shall adopt regulations for conducting environmental investigations to determine lead hazards for:         (1)    Children under the age of 6 years with elevated blood lead levels greater than or equal to the reference level defined in § 6–801(q) of this title; and         (2)    Pregnant women with elevated blood lead levels […]