Pennsylvania HB2041 amends the Childhood Blood Lead Test Act to mandate blood lead tests for children and pregnant women, ensuring coverage by health.

Pennsylvania HB2041 amends the Childhood Blood Lead Test Act to require health care practitioners to perform blood lead tests for children and pregnant women. For children, at least two tests are required by 24 months of age, and one more test is required if not tested by 24 months but before 72 months. Pregnant women must receive one test per pregnancy. Health insurance policies must cover these tests without cost-sharing. The Department of Health is tasked with conducting a public information campaign and distributing educational materials about lead poisoning prevention.

Pennsylvania HB2041 amends the Childhood Blood Lead Test Act to mandate blood lead tests for children and pregnant women, ensuring coverage by health.

Pennsylvania HB2041 amends the Childhood Blood Lead Test Act to require health care practitioners to perform blood lead tests for children and pregnant women. For children, at least two tests are required by 24 months of age, and one more test is required if not tested by 24 months but before 72 months. Pregnant women must receive one test per pregnancy. Health insurance policies must cover these tests without cost-sharing. The Department of Health is tasked with conducting a public information campaign and distributing educational materials about lead poisoning prevention.