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Childhood Cancer Support: Treatment, Research, and Long-Term Care

This act aims to improve care for children with cancer and survivors. It ensures better access to research samples, supports post-cancer care programs, and seeks to facilitate health insurance access. As a result, children and their families can expect more effective treatment and better lifelong care.
Key points
Increased access to cancer tissue samples for researchers, accelerating new treatment development.
Support for programs caring for childhood cancer survivors, focusing on their long-term health needs.
Recommendation for a specific medical code for childhood cancer, potentially easing insurance access.
Requirement for a report on the role of electronic health records in long-term care for childhood cancer survivors.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7630
Sponsor: Rep. McCaul, Michael T. [R-TX-10]
Process start date: 2022-04-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Childhood Cancer STAR Reauthorization Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7630.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased access to cancer tissue samples for researchers, accelerating new treatment development.
  • Support for programs caring for childhood cancer survivors, focusing on their long-term health needs.
  • Recommendation for a specific medical code for childhood cancer, potentially easing insurance access.
  • Requirement for a report on the role of electronic health records in long-term care for childhood cancer survivors.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McCaul, Michael T. [R-TX-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Health