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NJ S233
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shirley Turner
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AI Summary
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Mandates lead screenings for all children between six months and six years of age at three intervals: between 9-18 months (around first birthday), between 18-26 months (around second birthday), and immediately prior to school enrollment
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Requires documentation of lead screening results as a precondition for initial enrollment in public or private pre-kindergarten or kindergarten classes, starting with the 2024-2025 school year
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Authorizes healthcare providers to perform lead screenings on-site at the point of care during well visits, rather than requiring separate laboratory testing
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Requires healthcare providers to record screening dates and results in children's permanent health records and on physical examination forms submitted for school enrollment
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Directs the Department of Health to conduct public information and educational outreach campaigns about lead screening requirements and post related materials on its website
Legislative Description
Revises and codifies schedule for childhood lead screenings; requires lead screenings as precondition of child's initial entry into school system.
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
1/13/2026