New Study Reveals Lead Levels Across the US

A new study from the Protect Kids from Lead Coalition ranks all states based on elevated lead levels in drinking water. The three states with the highest levels of lead in their tap water were Illinois, Massachusetts, and Michigan. In recent years, states have tried to mitigate lead exposure through various lead removal programs, but these programs are costly with lead removal in Michigan estimated to cost between $50 and $80 billion in federal funding. No level of lead consumption is safe; lead is linked to several health issues, especially in young children. Our Health Equity champions alternative solutions to ineffective lead mitigation programs that make the goal of lead-free water a reality, faster. Read more here.