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
Introduction
May 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 10, 2024
Last action Jun 17, 2024
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2
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1
Committee
1
Jun 17, 2024
Lower · Passed
Reported out of Assembly Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading
lower
May 10, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Verlina Reynolds-Jackson
DDemocratic
Co
Margie Donlon
DDemocratic
Co
Shanique Speight
DDemocratic
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