Newborn screening; VDH regulations to include Gaucher disease.

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Newborn screening requirements; Gaucher disease. Directs the Department of Health to amend regulations to include Gaucher disease under the Commonwealth's newborn screening panel.

Chamber: Senate
Introduced: Jan 13, 2026
Last action: Mar 4, 2026 — Tabled in Appropriations (22-Y 0-N)
Session: 2026
Momentum: 60 · High

PASSAGE PROBABILITY

29.4% Uncertain

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Stage base Passed First Chamber — base rate 49%, measured from VA's completed sessions
Momentum +2 60/100 from the pace of recorded action
Time since last action -22 222 days quiet

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