Florida · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1335: Newborn Screenings
Did not advance Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
- Did not advance
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Plain-language summary
HB 1335 is a bill introduced in the Florida House on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Newborn Screenings. Primary sponsor: Rachel Plakon (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 13, 2026): Died in Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Newborn Screenings; Requires, beginning on specified date, that newborns to be screened for biliary atresia; requires DOH to consult with Genetics & Newborn Screening Advisory Council before adopting certain rules; requires department, by specified date, to implement certain education campaign relating to biliary atresia.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachel Plakon | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 36 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Died in Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee
- Now in Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee
- Referred to Health & Human Services Committee
- Referred to Health Care Budget Subcommittee
- Referred to Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee
- 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
- Filed