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10A NCAC 41C .1002 - .1005

The Commission for Public Health is proposing to amend rules 10A NCAC 41C .1002-.1005. 10A NCAC 41C Section .1000 implements Session Law 2021-180, Section 9G.8, which directs the Commission for Public Health to adopt rules as necessary to implement requirements for the testing and remediation of lead in drinking water in public schools and the inspection for and abatement of asbestos and lead-based paint hazards in public schools and licensed child care facilities. The proposed amendments extend the deadline for public schools and licensed child care facilities to complete required tests and inspections from May 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027. This is expected to increase the number of facilities eligible for the funding mechanisms outlined in 10A NCAC 41C .1002. Under Session Law 2025-97, Section 6.9 the time period for associated funds to remain available was extended until June 30, 2027.

A public hearing will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The public hearing will be held by teleconference. You may participate in the public hearing by dialing 919-715-0769 (no access code).

Proposed Rules: 10A NCAC 41C .1002, .1003, .1004, .1005
Notice: Notification of Proposed Rule Amendments: 10A NCAC 41C .1002-.1005
Fiscal Note: Fiscal Note for Amendment of 10A NCAC 41C .1002-.1005
Federal Certification: N/A

Public Comments

The public comment period runs from June 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026. Comments will also be accepted at the public hearing.


Written comments can be mailed to: 

Virginia Niehaus
CPH Rulemaking Coordinator
NCDHHS, Division of Public Health
1931 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1931


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