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RI H7191
RI H7191Allows a clinical laboratory, that is incorporated in the State of Rhode Island, to analyze blood samples, from children under the age of six (6) years, for blood lead levels.
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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would allow a clinical laboratory, that is incorporated in the State of Rhode Island, to analyze blood samples, from children under the age of six (6) years, for blood lead levels. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Lead Poisoning Prevention Act in Rhode Island to allow clinical laboratories, specifically those incorporated within the state and defined under § 23-16.2-2, to analyze blood samples for lead levels in children under the age of six, in addition to the existing option of sending samples to the state laboratory. This change aims to expand the capacity for lead testing in young children, a critical age group for lead poisoning prevention, and will take effect immediately upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (8)
Bob Phillips (D)*,
Samuel Azzinaro (D),
Jon Brien (I),
Michael Chippendale (R),
Raymond Hull (D),
George Nardone (R),
David Place (R),
Evan Shanley (D),
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study (on 02/10/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7191.pdf |
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