New York S00918 mandates lead testing for children in the WIC program.
New York S00918 amends the public health law to require lead testing for all children participating in the special supplemental food program for women, infants, and children (WIC program). The testing intervals are specified by the department. Federal funds for the WIC program cannot be used for this testing, and state funding will be provided through medical assistance for needy persons. The act takes effect 90 days after becoming law.
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