Texas Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program

Texas Department of State Health Services

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About This Program

Texas Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program is available to homeowners and renters in Bedford, TX.

Free lead hazard assessment and abatement services for homes where a child under 6 with elevated blood lead levels resides. Program covers lead paint testing, risk assessment, and professional abatement for qualifying Tarrant County families.

Full cost of lead hazard assessment and abatement covered for qualifying families

Verified against Texas Department of State Health Services's official page on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Free lead hazard testing and removal
  • Child under 6 with elevated lead levels must reside
  • Home must be built before 1978
  • Covers paint, dust, and soil hazards
  • Available in Tarrant County

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(512) 776-7555

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Your application paperwork

The Texas Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program tracks childhood lead exposure and arranges a home lead assessment when a child is found to have lead poisoning. Your doctor or public health nurse starts the request, and a state-licensed risk assessor visits your home through your local health department to find lead hazards.

Steps to apply

  1. Have young children in the home tested for lead by your doctor or local health department.
  2. Contact the program through the official page or your local health department (call 888-588-1248).
  3. Ask for a home lead inspection or risk assessment for your pre-1978 home, especially if a child has an elevated blood lead level.
  4. Work with the program on the lead hazard reduction or abatement steps it identifies; income-eligible families often pay nothing.
Get the official form

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own or rent and live in the home (typically built before 1978).
  • Information about any child under age 6 in the home, including blood lead test results if available.
  • Proof of household income (many programs are income-based).
  • A government-issued photo ID.
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Ongoing program

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Texas Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program in Bedford?

Texas Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program is open to homeowners and renters in Bedford, TX. It prioritizes low-income households.

How do I apply for Texas Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program in Bedford, TX?

Apply directly with Texas Department of State Health Services using the official program link on this page or call (512) 776-7555. There is no middleman and no fee.

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