Mattie's Law – Newborn Screenings (FL SB 1574)

• Cited as "Mattie's Law," the bill requires all newborns in Florida to be screened for biliary atresia by testing direct bilirubin levels using the blood specimen already collected for newborn screenings, beginning January 1, 2027
• Hospitals that provide birthing services must conduct the biliary atresia screening as part of their mandatory newborn screening obligations
• The Department of Health must implement a statewide public health education campaign by October 1, 2026, to raise awareness of biliary atresia, educate new and expecting parents on symptoms and early diagnosis, and guide health care providers on identification strategies and risks of delayed treatment
• The Department of Health must consult with the Genetics and Newborn Screening Advisory Council before adopting rules on screening methods, follow-up procedures, and inclusion of additional conditions in the screening program
• The act takes effect July 1, 2026