The resolution designates October of each year as Lead Poisoning Awareness Month in New Jersey, aiming to raise public awareness about the dangers of lead exposure and the importance of screening for lead poisoning. It highlights the significant health risks associated with lead poisoning, particularly in children, including developmental delays and learning difficulties. The resolution notes that approximately 1,400 children in New Jersey were found to have elevated blood lead levels in 2020, and it emphasizes the primary sources of lead exposure, such as lead-based paint in older homes and contaminated drinking water.

Additionally, the resolution acknowledges legislative efforts to combat lead exposure, including laws signed by Governor Murphy in 2021 that require lead paint inspections and the replacement of lead drinking water service lines. It calls for the Governor to issue an annual proclamation recognizing October as Lead Poisoning Awareness Month, thereby reinforcing the commitment to public health and safety regarding lead exposure in the state.