New York A07025 amends the public health law to require lead testing for children participating in the WIC program.

New York A07025 amends the public health law by adding a new section that mandates lead testing for all children participating in the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). The Department of Health will specify the intervals and methods for these tests. Federal funds for the WIC program cannot be used for this purpose, and state funding will be provided through medical assistance for needy persons. The act will take effect 90 days after it becomes law.

New York A07025 amends the public health law to require lead testing for children participating in the WIC program.

New York A07025 amends the public health law by adding a new section that mandates lead testing for all children participating in the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). The Department of Health will specify the intervals and methods for these tests. Federal funds for the WIC program cannot be used for this purpose, and state funding will be provided through medical assistance for needy persons. The act will take effect 90 days after it becomes law.