Lead Poisoning in Indiana's Schools

March 17, 2020

Out of the 30 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Indiana, two have now resulted in deaths. We’ll start today’s show with an update on everything we know about the state’s efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus.

We also talk about a bill, now headed to the governor’s desk, that would require all Indiana schools to test for lead in drinking water. We’ll hear about the journey the bill has taken, and why some say it isn’t enough.

Produced by Maggie Gelon.

Guests:

Lauren Chapman
Digital Producer, Indiana Public Broadcasting

Heidi Beidinger
Professor of Public Health, University of Notre Dame

Rep. Carolyn Jackson
State Representative, District 1

Andrew Whelton
Associate Professor of Civil Engineering and Environmental and Ecological Engineering, Purdue University