SB126

Kansas SB126 establishes a universal newborn screening program and extends funding for treatment services.

Kansas SB126 establishes an advance universal newborn screening program to identify critical congenital heart disease and other conditions. It also extends the transfer of moneys to the Kansas newborn screening fund and increases state financial assistance for local health departments under certain circumstances. Additionally, the bill increases the annual assessment rate on hospital providers. This legislation aims to enhance early detection and treatment of critical health conditions in newborns.