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Introduced
01/24/2019
01/24/2019
In Committee
03/07/2019
03/07/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to childhood lead poisoning prevention. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill aims to strengthen the prevention of childhood lead poisoning in Massachusetts. It redefines "blood lead level of concern" to reflect the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) determination that there is no safe blood lead level, especially for children under six. The bill also provides a clear definition of "lead poisoning" as a blood lead level of 5 micrograms per deciliter or greater, which can be lowered by the Department of Public Health through regulation. Additionally, the bill requires the department to conduct public health surveillance and outreach to identify children with concerning blood lead levels and offer them appropriate case management services.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied S1234 (on 06/18/2020)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2206 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2206.pdf |
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