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Free Lung Cancer Screening for All Insured Individuals Aged 40 and Over.

This bill mandates that private health insurance plans must cover lung cancer screenings for individuals aged 40 and older without requiring any out-of-pocket costs (cost sharing). Crucially, it removes the current requirement that free screening is only available to heavy smokers aged 55 and up, aiming to boost early detection and survival rates. These changes take effect starting January 1, 2026.
Key points
Mandatory coverage of lung cancer screenings without cost sharing for all insured individuals aged 40 and above.
Eliminates the previous requirement that free screening was only available to those with a significant smoking history.
The goal is to save lives by enabling earlier detection of lung cancer, which is the number one cancer killer.
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Print number: 118_S_5367
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2024-11-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Katherine’s Lung Cancer Early Detection and Survival Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5367.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-11-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory coverage of lung cancer screenings without cost sharing for all insured individuals aged 40 and above.
  • Eliminates the previous requirement that free screening was only available to those with a significant smoking history.
  • The goal is to save lives by enabling earlier detection of lung cancer, which is the number one cancer killer.
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 Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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Health