U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander Is Seeking A Delay On A New Rule Restricting Work Done On Buildings That Have Lead Paint Because He’s Concerned That It Would Slow Down Flood Repairs. The Former Tennessee Governor Said That He’s Asked Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson To Stop Issuing Fines And Increase Accessibility To The Training Required For Contractors. The Rule, Which Went Into Effect In April Before Flooding In Tennessee Started On May 2, Requires Contractors To Take Courses On “Lead-Safe Practices” Before Working On Homes, Day-Care Centers And Schools Built Before 1978. Alexander Said He Was Concerned There Weren’t Enough Certified Contractors To Help Get People Back In Their Homes.