Stronger Law to End Lead Poisoning Forever?

WNYC News | Jul 12, 2010
Lead based paint has been banned in New York City for over 40 years. While lead poisoning has dropped dramatically it has not disappeared. Last year 5 thousand children had elevated levels of lead in their blood. Community activists believe a stronger law that makes landlords more responsible is the answer to ending lead poisoning once and for all. WNYC's Cindy Rodriguez reports.

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