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Free Prostate Cancer Screenings for High-Risk Men

New legislation ensures health insurance plans will cover prostate cancer screenings for men over 40 at high risk, without additional costs. This aims to detect the disease early, significantly increasing cure rates and reducing treatment expenses. These changes will take effect from January 1, 2025.
Key points
Health insurance plans must cover prostate cancer screenings for high-risk men (e.g., African-American men, family history) without cost-sharing.
Early detection of prostate cancer increases survival rates from 37% to nearly 100%.
The act aims to reduce financial barriers to preventive screenings for men most at risk.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_297
Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]
Process start date: 2025-01-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PSA Screening for HIM Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_297.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Health insurance plans must cover prostate cancer screenings for high-risk men (e.g., African-American men, family history) without cost-sharing.
  • Early detection of prostate cancer increases survival rates from 37% to nearly 100%.
  • The act aims to reduce financial barriers to preventive screenings for men most at risk.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Boozman, John [R-AR].

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 2025-12-23.

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