Senate
Oct 9, 1998

A bill to require proof of screening for lead poisoning and to ensure that children at highest risk are identified and treated.

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Children's Lead Prevention and Inclusive Treatment Act of 1998 (or the Children's Lead PAInT Act) - Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to provide for a reduced Federal medical assistance percentage for States that fail to meet specified minimum blood lead screening rates established by this Act, subject to waiver by the Secretary of Health and Human Services in the case of...

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Introduced(10/9/98)
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Mr. TORRICELLI

(D) NJ – 9

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

Oct 9, 1998