HB1780
Type: B Origin: House USA Comments: 0

Finn Sawyer Access To Cancer Testing Act

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The Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act aims to improve access to genetic testing for cancer by expanding insurance coverage for such tests. The bill requires group health plans and health insurance issuers to cover genetic testing for individuals with a personal or family history of cancer, ensuring that cost is not a barrier to obtaining these crucial tests. This proposed legislation seeks to enhance early detection and personalized treatment options for individuals at risk of developing cancer, ultimately improving overall healthcare outcomes in the United States.

Bill Activity

  • 2023-03-24: Introduced in House

  • 2023-03-24: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

  • 2023-03-31: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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