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California Senate Bill SB1308

California 2017-2018 Regular Session

California Senate Bill SB1308

Introduced
2/16/18  
Introduced
2/16/18  
Refer
3/1/18  

Caption

Public health: neonatal group B streptococcal disease.

Impact

The implications of SB 1308 can enhance state laws by formalizing procedures for health departments to follow in addressing GBS risks. By ensuring that expert opinion and consensus shape treatment and testing protocols, the bill can potentially lead to more standardized approaches across healthcare facilities. It seeks to prevent neonatal infections effectively, which could have long-term health benefits not only for affected infants but also for their families. Furthermore, the push to seek federal funding when state resources are insufficient underlines the ongoing commitment to addressing public health challenges at multiple levels of government.

Summary

Senate Bill 1308, introduced by Senator Galgiani, aims to amend Section 1695 of the Health and Safety Code concerning public health regulations related to neonatal group B streptococcal disease (GBS). The bill focuses on prevention strategies, specifically by mandating that the State Department of Health Care Services convenes a consensus conference to discuss testing and treatment measures for preventing neonatal GBS infections. This act is part of broader efforts to improve health outcomes for infants by ensuring updated guidelines and consistent application of health policies regarding this disease.

Contention

While the bill primarily makes technical and nonsubstantive changes to existing laws, it does raise questions regarding funding and resource allocation within the state health budget. There may be concerns from both supporters and critics around how effectively these changes will be implemented in practice and whether adequate resources will be available to support the necessary initiatives. This could lead to discussions about the balance between state and federal roles in public health funding, especially given the emphasis on securing federal assistance when state funds fall short.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CA SB1333

Communicable diseases: HIV reporting.

CA AB2960

Sexually transmitted diseases: testing.

CA SB1099

Newborn screening: genetic diseases: blood samples collected.

CA SB625

Newborn screening: genetic diseases: blood samples collected.

CA AB385

Alzheimer’s disease: public awareness campaign.

CA AB2613

Jacqueline Marie Zbur Rare Disease Advisory Council.

CA SB628

State Healthy Food Access Policy.

CA AB2653

Communicable disease: prevention and control.

CA AB1861

Pest control: Pierce’s disease.

CA AB2995

Public health: alcohol and drug programs.

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