lead reduction project
(2) Lead reduction project (A) In general The term “lead reduction project” means a project or activity the primary purpose of which is to reduce the concentration of lead in water for human consumption by— (i) replacement of lead service lines; (ii) testing, planning, or other relevant activities, as determined by the Administrator, to identify and address conditions (including corrosion control) that contribute to increased concentration of lead in water for human consumption; and (iii) providing assistance to eligible entities to replace lead service lines, with priority for disadvantaged communities based on the affordability criteria established by the applicable State under section 300j–12(d)(3) of this title , low-income homeowners, and landlords or property owners providing housing to low-income renters. (B) Limitation The term “lead reduction project” does not include a partial lead service line replacement if, at the conclusion of the service line replacement, drinking water is delivered to a household through a publicly or privately owned portion of a lead service line.