‘We think we’re going to get this fixed’ | Here’s how Congress is now addressing concerns military families brought to WUSA9 about poor housing
In the defense bill Congress made law, officials are hoping to protect service members and their families from dangers inside their homes and address health impacts. Author: Laura Geller Updated: 7:04 PM EST January 25, 2021
WASHINGTON For 17 months now, we ve told you about the disgusting and sometimes dangerous conditions, including mold, rodents and lead paint, military families are living in inside their homes on military bases right here in the DMV and across the country.
Darlena Brown said her family will never be the same. They lived on military bases before her husband retired from the Army. Medical records detail her son JC s lifelong disabilities, after photos show her military housing tested positive for lead paint.