Timeline: Learn more about Dallas’ failed lead removal program

Despite receiving millions of dollars in federal funding, the city of Dallas has failed to administer a program to remove lead from residents’ houses, a Dallas Morning News investigation found. Exposure to lead can lead to health problems, especially for young children.
The city spent about $400,000 from the grant, while about $1.8 million remained unused, according to a financial report submitted to the federal government earlier this year. The city returned most of the funds, leaving multiple residents exposed to the effects of lead.
More than 90 residents asked for help. Only 53 houses were inspected, and only four received lead abatement.
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The Dallas Morning News created a timeline based on documents obtained through records requests and interviews with residents.
The Dallas housing department authorities who oversaw the program did not respond to multiple requests for interviews since February. Residents are still waiting for the lead to be removed from their bedrooms, kitchens and living rooms.
Read our full investigation here.