Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No direct effect identified
Risks
- No direct effect identified
StatePennsylvaniaReferred
SB 1424: An Act amending the act of September 9, 1965 (P.L.497, No.251), known as the Newborn Child Testing Act, further providing for Newborn Child Screening and Follow-up Program.
Amanda Cappelletti
SB 1424 status: Referred — Referred to Health & Human Services (updated Aug 10, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
75OUT OF 100
Score:75/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 45/100
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Constitutionality80%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion75%
Bill summary
The bill impacts statewide public health infrastructure and mandatory newborn screening protocols for the entire infant population.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Potential long-term healthcare cost savings
Risks
- Potential administrative or testing implementation costs
Society
Positive outlook
80%
Benefits
- Improved early detection of infant health issues
- Standardized follow-up care
Risks
- No significant negative social impacts identified
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
Information is limited or incomplete.
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Source note
Implementation success depends on state funding for screening capacity
Analysis scope
Source information is limited to an abstract
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