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Over 600 Austin Homes To Have Lead Water Pipes Replaced Thanks To $22 Million Federal Grant
A $22 million federal grant will replace over 650 lead water pipes in Austin, announced by Senators Tammy Duckworth and Dick Durbin. The funding aims to address Austin's high concentration of lead service lines, which pose significant health risks, particularly for children and pregnant women.
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