65-1,242. Use of birth defects information system. The birth defects information system may be used for all of the following purposes: (1) To identify and describe congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns; (2) to detect trends and epidemics in congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns; (3) to quantify morbidity and mortality of congenital anomalies and abnormal conditions of newborns; (4) to stimulate epidemiological research regarding congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns; (5) to identify risk factors for congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns; (6) to facilitate intervention in and prevention of congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns; (7) to facilitate access to treatment for congenital anomalies and abnormal conditions of newborns; (8) to inform and educate the public about congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns. History: L. 2004, ch. 27, § 2; July 1. Previous | Next LEGISLATIVE COORDINATING COUNCIL General Policies 2026 Archived LCC Documents Archived LCC Meetings REVISOR OF STATUTES Archived Session Documents Archived School Finance Documents USEFUL LINKS Session Laws Kansas Administrative Regulations OTHER LEGISLATIVE SITES Kansas Legislature Administrative Services Division of Post Audit Research Department Contact Us PDF Help www.ksrevisor.gov 2026