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NJ A2433
NJ A2433Requires health insurance companies to cover lead screenings for children 16 years of age or younger.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires health insurance companies to cover lead screenings for children 16 years of age or younger. Under current law, health insurance companies are only required to cover screenings by blood lead measurement for children under the age of six. This bill will help protect the children of New Jersey from the harms of lead poisoning and elevated blood lead levels. There is no safe level of lead exposure in children, as even low levels of lead in the bloodstream can stunt a child's development. By requiring health insurance companies to cover lead screenings in children who are 16 years of age or younger, the State will be taking a substantial step to detect lead exposure in children before it is too late.
AI Summary
This bill requires health insurance companies to cover lead screenings for children 16 years of age or younger. Under current law, health insurance companies are only required to cover screenings for children under the age of 6. This will help protect children in New Jersey from the harmful effects of lead exposure, as even low levels of lead in the bloodstream can stunt a child's development. The bill also specifies that the Department of Health must update its regulations to reflect the latest recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding the elevated blood lead levels that require responsive action.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A2433 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A2500/2433_I1.HTM |
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