The bill amends the "Lead Poisoning Prevention Act" by introducing new regulations for the screening of children under six years of age for lead poisoning. It mandates that blood samples taken for lead level screening must be sent to either the state laboratory in the Department of Health or a certified clinical laboratory operated by an entity incorporated in Rhode Island.

The bill requires that all licensed laboratories performing blood lead analyses on children under six years of age be certified by the director of health in accordance with a process approved by the director. Additionally, it stipulates that these laboratories must perform blood lead analyses at no cost to the child or their parent or guardian, regardless of their ability to pay.

The act is set to take effect upon passage, aiming to enhance lead poisoning prevention efforts and ensure access to necessary health screenings for vulnerable children.