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KS SB251
Bill
Status
2/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Public Health and Welfare
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AI Summary
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Kansas Department of Health and Environment must submit an annual report on the newborn screening program to legislative health committees, starting April 1, 2026
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Report must be developed collaboratively by KDHE newborn screening staff, the Kansas Newborn Screening Advisory Council, and disability and rare disease advocacy organizations
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Required content includes current disorders screened, new disorders under consideration with funding estimates, and disorders rejected for inclusion with explanations
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Report must document disorders determined not to require reevaluation and explain any delays in meeting evaluation timelines
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Takes effect upon publication in the Kansas statute book
Legislative Description
Requiring the department of health and environment to submit an annual report to the legislature concerning the newborn screening program.
Last Action
Senate Referred to Committee on Public Health and Welfare
2/10/2025