A1692

Revises and codifies schedule for childhood lead screenings.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A1692 revises and codifies the schedule for childhood lead screenings.

New Jersey A1692 revises and codifies the schedule for childhood lead screenings. The bill mandates that physicians, registered professional nurses, and health care facilities, agencies, or programs perform lead screenings on children between six months and 26 months of age. Screenings are to occur during well visits, with the first screening ideally around the child's first birthday and the second at least six months later, around the child's second birthday.

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Current
Children, Families and Food Security Committee
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Committee decision

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee