more can be done to use SNAP-Ed to help children and their families who are affected by lead poisoning. (7) In 2014 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated that 535,000 children in the United States had blood lead levels at or above 5 micrograms per deciliter which is the measure used to identify children with blood lead levels that are much higher than most children’s levels. Of these, 150,000 had levels at or greater than 10 micrograms per deciliter. Low-income and minority children make up a disproportionate number of these cases. (8) It is critical that the Federal Government continue to promote the use of SNAP-Ed funding for activities that increase education about and access to foods rich in nutrients key to combatting lead exposure. 3. Amendments (a) Purpose Section 28(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 ( 7 U.S.C. 2036a(b) ) is amended by adding at the end the following: The Secretary shall ensure that such program includes messaging and education about the foods that can reduce the impact of elevated blood lead levels in children, especially in areas where the health risk to children is highest. . (b) State nutrition education plan Section 28(c)(2) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 ( 7 U.S.C. 2036a(c)(2) ) is amended— (1) in subparagraph (B)— (A) by amending clause (i) to read as follows: (i) present valid and data-driven needs assessments of the nutrition, physical activity, and obesity prevention needs of the target population