The bill amends the Childhood Blood Lead Test Act to enhance blood lead assessment and testing requirements for children and pregnant women in Pennsylvania. Key changes include the redefinition of "health care providers" to "health care practitioners" and the requirement for health care practitioners to ensure that children receive at least two blood lead tests by the age of 24 months, with additional testing mandated for those who have not been tested by that age. The bill also introduces new definitions, such as "cost-sharing," and emphasizes the importance of communicating the risks and benefits of blood lead testing to parents or guardians.

Additionally, the bill mandates that health insurance policies cover blood lead tests without cost-sharing, ensuring that individuals under two years of age receive two tests by 24 months and that pregnant individuals receive one test per pregnancy if risk factors are identified. The amendments also clarify the reporting responsibilities of health care practitioners and laboratories regarding lead poisoning cases. Overall, the bill aims to improve lead poisoning prevention and ensure that necessary testing is accessible and effectively communicated to families.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 2611 (Nov 17, 2025): P.L.2135, No.150