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- H.R.2254
H.R.2254: To amend titles 10 and 37, United States Code, to ensure that children covered by the TRICARE program are screened and tested for lead levels, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- Introduced April 10, 2019
- Latest Major Action April 11, 2019
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - April 10, 2019
Bill Summary
This bill expands requirements for lead-level testing or screening as part of well-baby care under the TRICARE program of health care for members and dependents. It prescribes testing for the level of lead in the blood at the ages of both 12 and 24 months for children who may be at elevated risk of lead exposure. Test results shall be provided to state health departments (or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in the case of...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| April 11, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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| April 10, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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| April 10, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Dan Kildee (D-Mich.) |