This bill amends the Newborn Child Testing Act of September 9, 1965, specifically enhancing the Newborn Child Screening and Follow-up Program. The amendment adds a new subparagraph to Section 3(a)(1), which now includes Gaucher disease as one of the conditions for which newborns will be screened. This addition aims to assist healthcare providers in determining the necessary treatments or services to prevent intellectual or physical disabilities and potential death in affected infants.

The bill emphasizes the importance of early detection and intervention for genetic diseases, thereby expanding the scope of the existing screening program. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill's passage, reflecting a commitment to improving health outcomes for newborns in Pennsylvania through comprehensive screening measures.