A law taking effect next week requires screening for developmental disabilities for kids in Delaware from infancy up to age 3.
Lieutenant Governor Matt Denn says the screening is key for a child's future success.
House Bill 199, written by Denn, state Representative Terry Schooley and State Senator Patty Blevins, requires screenings for cerebral palsy, mental retardation and various other disorders for kids covered by private health insurance.
The bill was signed in August by Governor Markell, but gave insurance companies a 3-month grace period to prepare for the measure to take effect.
The grace period is up a week from Wednesday.
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Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Delaware disability screening law takes effect next week
From WDEL Radio: