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Cancer Patients' Rights: Access to Care, Research, and Treatment

This House Resolution emphasizes that cancer patients have the right to comprehensive healthcare. This includes effective prevention, early diagnosis, improved treatment outcomes, rehabilitation, and affordable care. The aim is to ensure every patient, regardless of background, has access to the latest treatments and support.
Key points
Ensuring access to early diagnosis, effective prevention, and affordable healthcare for cancer patients.
Right to access the latest research, innovative therapies, and clinical trials at specialized centers.
Access to multidisciplinary care, including psychological support and palliative care, and information in understandable language.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1514
Sponsor: Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-31]
Process start date: 2024-09-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing that cancer patients have the right to receive care that ensures effective prevention, early diagnosis, improved outcomes, optimal patient rehabilitation, and affordable health care.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1514.

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 2024-09-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ensuring access to early diagnosis, effective prevention, and affordable healthcare for cancer patients.
  • Right to access the latest research, innovative therapies, and clinical trials at specialized centers.
  • Access to multidisciplinary care, including psychological support and palliative care, and information in understandable language.
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. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-31].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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