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Mandatory Lead Poisoning Screening for Children in Health Programs

This act mandates blood lead testing for children up to 6 years old, covered by Medicaid and CHIP programs. Its goal is early detection of lead poisoning to protect children's health. It also supports data collection and coordination efforts for better monitoring of the issue.
Key points
Children covered by Medicaid and CHIP will receive mandatory blood lead tests at 12 and 24 months of age, and if no prior test, up to 72 months.
The act requires states to report data on lead screenings, enabling better tracking and more effective prevention strategies.
Additional funding is provided to states for developing blood lead testing data registries and coordinating lead poisoning prevention activities.
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Print number: 117_S_1826
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing Lead Poisoning Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1826.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Children covered by Medicaid and CHIP will receive mandatory blood lead tests at 12 and 24 months of age, and if no prior test, up to 72 months.
  • The act requires states to report data on lead screenings, enabling better tracking and more effective prevention strategies.
  • Additional funding is provided to states for developing blood lead testing data registries and coordinating lead poisoning prevention activities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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