Requires health insurance companies to cover lead screenings for children 16 years of age or younger.

This bill requires health insurance companies in New Jersey to cover lead screenings for all children 16 years of age or younger. It mandates that healthcare providers (including doctors, nurses, and facilities serving children) perform these screenings unless a parent or guardian objects in writing, and requires them to notify families about elevated lead levels. The Department of Health must establish specific screening schedules, response protocols for high lead levels (based on CDC guidelines), and public education campaigns to inform parents and providers. The law applies directly to insurers, healthcare providers, and families with children under 16, ensuring screenings are covered without additional cost to families.