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a. The Department of Community Affairs, in consultation with the Department of Health, shall establish a Statewide, multifaceted, ongoing educational program designed to meet the needs of tenants, property owners, realtors and real estate agents, insurers and insurance agents, and local building officials about the nature of lead-based paint hazards, the importance of lead-based paint hazard control and mitigation, and the responsibilities set forth in P.L.2021, c. 182 (C.52:27D-437.16 et al.). In developing and coordinating this educational program, the department shall seek the participation and involvement of private industry organizations, including those involved in real estate, insurance, mortgage banking, and pediatrics.
b. Prior to the effective date of P.L.2021, c. 182 (C.52:27D-437.16 et al.), 1 the department shall:
(1) Create educational materials outlining the rights and responsibilities of parties subject to the provisions of P.L.2021, c. 182 (C.52:27D-437.16 et al.).
(2) Establish guidelines and a trainer's manual for a lead-based paint hazard seminar for rental property owners or designated persons, which the department shall forward to all public and private colleges and universities in New Jersey, to other professional training facilities, and to professional associations and community organizations with a training capacity. The department shall approve proposals to offer the seminar from institutions; provided that the proposals are consistent with the guidelines. The department shall create an electronic version of the lead-based paint hazard seminar accessible on the Internet. The seminar shall be available to tenants, property owners, and other interested parties.
(3) Promulgate rules for the dissemination of information about the requirements of P.L.2021, c. 182 (C.52:27D-437.16 et al.) to all prospective owners of pre-1978 dwellings during the real estate transaction, settlement, or closing.
(4) Solicit requests to enter into ongoing, funded partnerships to provide specific counseling information services to tenants and affected parties on their rights and responsibilities with regard to lead-based paint hazards and lead poisoning.
c. The lead-based paint hazard seminar established pursuant to this section shall not exceed three hours in length. The department shall offer the seminar for a maximum fee of $50 per participant.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Jersey Statutes Title 52. State Government, Departments and Officers 52 § 27D-437.17 - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nj/title-52-state-government-departments-and-officers/nj-st-sect-52-27d-437-17/
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