Early Access to Screening Act
Rep. Lawler Introduces Early Access to Screening Act to Lower Free Mammogram Age to 30
This bill was recently introduced in the House and is currently being reviewed by two committees. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and is not yet scheduled for a vote. The bill is actively moving through the initial committee review phase.
Legislative Progress
While breast cancer screening is a popular issue, bills that significantly increase costs for Medicare and Medicaid often face a difficult path through Congress.
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Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Life & Work
While not specifically targeting pregnant women, this bill could benefit younger women of childbearing age (30-39) who might otherwise delay breast health screenings due to cost. Having no-cost annual mammograms available provides a safety net for women in their 30s navigating both reproductive health and cancer risk.
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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.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Early Access to Screening Act
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