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Reducing Environmental Risks by Information Disclosure: Evidence in Residential Lead Paint Disclosure Rule

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  • Hyunhoe Bae, 2012. "Reducing Environmental Risks by Information Disclosure: Evidence in Residential Lead Paint Disclosure Rule," Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., vol. 31(2), pages 404-431, March.
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