Bill > HB4867

This bill amends the existing lead poisoning prevention program to enhance child health protections by making several key changes. The bill requires a comprehensive educational program about lead poisoning prevention that must provide materials to various groups like healthcare providers, child care centers, schools, and parents. It modifies reporting requirements for blood lead level tests, now mandating that when the state health department receives notice of an elevated blood lead level for a child under 3 years old, the local health department or physician must refer that child to the Early On program (a state early intervention program for children with developmental needs). The bill also updates reporting requirements, stipulating that by July 1 each year, the department must report to the legislature the number of children under 6 years old screened for lead poisoning and with elevated blood lead levels, comparing these rates to previous years and recommending methods to improve compliance with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines. Additionally, the bill requires an annual written report detailing program expenditures, including money sources and a complete accounting, which must be provided to legislative committees and made publicly available upon request.

Health and Social Services

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