IIRC Endorses New Federal Mold Assessment and Remediation Legislation
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration (IICRC) has officially endorsed Representative Haley Stevens's new bill, "The Fix Moldy Housing Act." The bipartisan legislation authorizes the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to study mold and how to assess and remediate it properly. The bill further provides grants to states and tribal governments that develop licensure programs for mold assessment and remediation professionals.
Mold is a pervasive, yet largely unregulated, issue in the United States and around the world. Left unchecked, mold issues in indoor environments can have significant, lasting health impacts. According to the (EPA), the rise in extreme weather conditions associated with climate change has and will continue to lead to more indoor fungi and mold growth. Moreover, according to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mold exposure can lead to upper respiratory issues, especially among children and those with immune suppression or respiratory problems. That is why it is essential to ensure mold is discovered early on and remediated properly.