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MS HB920

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/2/2021

Primary Sponsor

Henry Zuber

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the State Department of Health to post up-to-date, evidence-based information about Down syndrome on its website for health care practitioners and the public
  • Website information must include details on first-call programs, links to Down syndrome organizations and resources, and information on educational and support programs
  • Allows health care practitioners and genetic counselors to provide the Department's information to patients who receive a positive Down syndrome test result
  • Does not create any legal duty or obligation beyond the requirements specified in the act
  • Effective July 1, 2021

Legislative Description

Down Syndrome Information Act; create to require State Department of Health to post resources and information online.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/2/2021

Committee Referrals

Public Health and Human Services1/18/2021

Full Bill Text

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