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"Tainted Water Prompts Capitol Officials To Offer Blood Tests"

"WASHINGTON — Lead-contaminated water in the drinking fountains at a U.S. Capitol office building has prompted officials to offer blood testing to lawmakers and staff, according to information provided to congressional offices.

In a notice Tuesday, Stephen Ayers, the Architect of the Capitol, said the testing will be available on Wednesday at no cost to the individual or the congressional office.

Officials have shut off the water in the Cannon House Office Building after they received elevated lead test results, prompting widespread concern on Capitol Hill."

The Associated Press had the story July 5, 2016.

Source: AP, 07/06/2016