New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 1359: Requires health insurance companies to cover lead screenings for children 16 years of age or younger.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee

Plain-language summary

S 1359 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires health insurance companies to cover lead screenings for children 16 years of age or younger. Primary sponsor: Joe Lagana (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Joe Lagana (Democratic).