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TN HB1369
TN HB1369AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 37; Title 49; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to blood lead level testing.
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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
04/08/2026
04/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires the department to make available and require blood lead level testing for students in certain schools and certain pregnant women; requires the department to provide to persons who have high blood lead levels or lead poisoning certain services to aid with such condition; requires juvenile detention facilities that are aware of a juvenile in custody with high blood lead levels or lead poisoning to provide certain services in collaboration with the department and local education agencies. - Amends TCA Title 37; Title 49; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71.
AI Summary
This bill mandates blood lead level testing for specific populations in Tennessee, including children in public pre-K through 12th grade schools and pregnant women receiving WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program food vouchers. For children with elevated blood lead levels or lead poisoning, the bill requires immediate screening for potential educational services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and provides mandated wraparound services. Parents can opt out of testing for their children. Additionally, juvenile detention facilities receiving federal funding must provide specialized services for juveniles with elevated blood lead levels or lead poisoning, collaborating with the health department and local education agencies. For pregnant women found to have elevated blood lead levels, the department will offer specialized nutritional services, education on lead mitigation, and other support services. The bill aims to identify and support individuals who may be experiencing lead exposure, with a focus on early detection and comprehensive care. The legislation will take effect immediately upon becoming law.
Committee Categories
Education, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rec. for pass. if am., ref. to Calendar & Rules Committee (on 04/08/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1369&ga=114 |
| Amendment 2-0 to HB1369 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/HA1078.pdf |
| Amendment 1-0 to HB1369 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/HA0943.pdf |
| Amendment 2-0 to SB1255 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/SA0856.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0856 (16639) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM3029.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0781 (16074) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM2808.pdf |
| Amendment 1-0 to SB1255 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/SA0781.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - SB1255 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB1255.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB1369.pdf |
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