Cal. Civ. Code § 6-844
Md. Code Ann., Environment Art. Title 6, Subtitle 8 — Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
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(a) There is a Lead Poisoning Prevention Fund in the Department. (b) The Fund consists of: (1) All fees collected and penalties imposed under this subtitle; and (2) Moneys received by grant, donation, appropriation, or from any other source. (c) The Department shall use the Fund to cover the costs of fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of the Department and the Commission under this subtitle, and for program development of these activities. (d) (1) The Fund is a continuing, nonlapsing special fund, and is not subject to § 7-302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article. (2) The State Treasurer shall hold and the State Comptroller shall account for the Fund. (3) The Fund shall be invested and reinvested and any investment earnings shall be paid into the Fund. (e) For each fiscal year, at least $750,000 of the moneys in the Fund shall be used only for any of the following purposes: (1) Community outreach and education programs under § 6-848 of this subtitle; and (2) Enforcement efforts under this subtitle.
Under Md. Code Ann., Env. §§ 6-801 to 6-852 § 6-844, Maryland maintains a dedicated Lead Poisoning Prevention Fund within the state Department of the Environment. The Fund is built from fees, penalties, grants, donations, and appropriations collected under the lead-paint subtitle, and it operates as a continuing, nonlapsing special fund. Each fiscal year, at least $750,000 of the Fund must be directed specifically toward community outreach and education programs and enforcement efforts related to lead poisoning prevention.
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Fees and penalties that landlords pay under Maryland's lead-paint subtitle—governed in part by Md. Code Ann., Env. §§ 6-801 to 6-852 § 6-844—flow directly into the Lead Poisoning Prevention Fund. Compliant property owners and managers generally stay current with registration fees and any required remediation costs, knowing those payments support the state's ongoing enforcement and education infrastructure. Understanding that at least $750,000 per year is earmarked for enforcement underscores the importance of maintaining compliance with all lead-paint requirements under this subtitle.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Md. Code Ann., Env. §§ 6-801 to 6-852 § 6-844 establishes that a meaningful portion of Maryland's Lead Poisoning Prevention Fund—at least $750,000 annually—must fund community outreach, education, and enforcement activities related to lead hazards. This means tenants have access to state-supported resources and an active enforcement program designed to address lead-paint concerns in rental housing. Tenants who believe their landlord is not meeting lead-paint obligations may consider contacting the Maryland Department of the Environment, reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization, or exploring whether a complaint under this subtitle is appropriate for their circumstances.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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