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MD SB495

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shelly Hettleman

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Maryland Department of Health required to add Gaucher disease to the statewide newborn screening program
  • Amends Health – General Article Section 13–111 to mandate screening for this hereditary disorder
  • Parents or guardians may object to screening for their newborn infant
  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Health - Newborn Screening Program - Gaucher Disease

Health

Last Action

Hearing 2/18 at 1:00 p.m.

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/2/2026

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