A 4327 New Jersey General Assembly · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Revises statutory definition of "elevated blood lead level."

This bill updates New Jersey's legal definition of "elevated blood lead level" from 5 to 3.5 micrograms per deciliter, aligning with the most recent CDC recommendations. It directly affects children identified through lead screening, as the lower threshold means more children will be classified as having elevated levels requiring intervention. The key provision revises statutory language to ensure state health actions match current federal guidelines for lead exposure. This change clarifies the standard for identifying lead poisoning risks without creating new programs or mandates.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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May 2024
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Introduced May 10, 2024 Last action Jun 17, 2024
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Jun 17, 2024
Lower · Passed
Reported out of Assembly Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading
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May 10, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors

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