Today, HB567 passed the Georgia House of Representatives 166- 2. This newborn screening legislation requires the state to screen for any disorder on the federal Recommended Uniform Screening Panel (RUSP) implements a timeline on when the screening must begin and ensures there will be money available in the future to fund all RUSP conditions.
Thank you to Georgia State Representatives Sharon Cooper, Jan Jones, Teri Anulewicz, Katie Dempsey, Chuck Martin for your support on this key legislation that would help save the lives of more than 700 babies in Georgia annually.
As an advocate for patients with rare diseases, using your voice can make a difference. Telling your story informs legislators about how this legislation will improve the lives of all Georgians. Take action HERE.
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