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Funding to Boost Women's Cancer Screening and Reduce Health Disparities

This bill authorizes $20 million annually for fiscal years 2025 through 2027 for grants to expand access to life-saving cancer screenings, including breast and gynecologic exams, focusing on low-income women and women of color. It also establishes a demonstration program to train healthcare providers on the latest clinical guidelines and cultural competency to address bias in care delivery.
Key points
Authorization of $20 million annually (2025–2027) for grants to public or nonprofit entities to expand preventive services.
Establishment of a training program for healthcare providers regarding cancer screening and addressing racial bias in care.
Implementation of a demonstration project on co-testing for human papillomavirus (HPV) and cervical cancer.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5428
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2024-12-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Jeanette Acosta Invest in Women’s Health Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5428.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorization of $20 million annually (2025–2027) for grants to public or nonprofit entities to expand preventive services.
  • Establishment of a training program for healthcare providers regarding cancer screening and addressing racial bias in care.
  • Implementation of a demonstration project on co-testing for human papillomavirus (HPV) and cervical cancer.
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. Murray, Patty [D-WA].

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 2025-12-30.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health