Revises and codifies schedule for childhood lead screenings.

This bill requires healthcare providers (including doctors, nurses, and facilities) to screen children aged 6 months to 26 months for lead exposure during routine well visits. Specifically, it mandates screening between 9-18 months (ideally around the first birthday) and again between 18-26 months (ideally around the second birthday). Providers must document results in the child’s permanent health record and notify parents if lead levels are elevated, while allowing written parental consent to opt out. The law updates existing requirements to standardize screening schedules and documentation, aiming to prevent childhood lead poisoning through early detection. It affects all healthcare entities serving children under six in New Jersey.