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MA S1145

MA S1145
Relating to LSDs (Lysosomal Storage Disorders) in infants


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Introduced
04/15/2015
In Committee
12/08/2016
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to LSDs (Lysosomal Storage Disorders) in infants. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to expand the list of Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSDs) that are screened for in infants by adding Krabbe, Fabry, Gaucher, Pompe, MPS I, and Niemann Pick A/B diseases to the existing requirement for screening after the term "cretinism," which refers to severe congenital hypothyroidism, a condition that can cause intellectual disability and developmental delays if not treated.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 12/08/2016)

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