H.R. 2254

Referred to Committee

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.

Introduced 4/10/2019•116th Congress•House

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.

4/11/2019 • House

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 children residing abroad).

The Government Accountability Office shall study the effectiveness of such screening, testing, and treatment for lead exposure and poisoning.

The Department of Defense shall maintain records concerning the year housing for military personnel was built, and members must provide notice of when their residence was built as a condition of receiving a housing allowance.

Introduced in House • 4/10/2019

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Topics & Subjects

Policy Area: Armed Forces and National Security

Blood and blood diseasesBuilding constructionChild healthCongressional oversightEnvironmental healthGovernment studies and investigationsHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth information and medical recordsMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMilitary facilities and propertyMilitary medicineMilitary personnel and dependentsResidential rehabilitation and home repairWorker safety and health