Gillibrand bill would help homeowners remove lead in paint, pipes Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is introducing legislation that would create tax credits for homeowners or renters to help remove lead in paint, pipes and soil. Posted: May 5, 2021 3:11 PM Posted By: WKTV Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is introducing legislation that would create tax credits for homeowners or renters to help remove lead in paint, pipes and soil. Lead has been linked to neurological damage, developmental delays, memory loss and hearing loss in children; as well as kidney, heart, and reproductive issues in adults. Due to these health risks, the residential use of lead paint was banned in 1978.