Fighting Cancer in Children Act

Fighting Cancer in Children Act

This bill makes funding available for research and related activities concerning pediatric cancer that are conducted or supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) from funds previously made available to the NIH Office of the Director.

Specifically, the bill transfers unobligated funding from the NIH Office of the Director and merges it with other NIH funding for biorepositories of pediatric cancer specimens and research on pediatric cancer survivorship. The bill also rescinds additional funding that was provided to the NIH Office of the Director.

Bill 117 hr 8768, also known as the Fighting Cancer in Children Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving access to care and treatment for children with cancer. The bill seeks to address the unique challenges faced by pediatric cancer patients and their families by providing funding for research, treatment, and support services.

Specifically, the Fighting Cancer in Children Act allocates resources to expand research into childhood cancers, improve access to clinical trials for pediatric patients, and enhance coordination among healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive and effective care. The bill also includes provisions to increase funding for childhood cancer research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Additionally, the Fighting Cancer in Children Act aims to improve access to affordable and high-quality care for pediatric cancer patients by expanding Medicaid coverage for childhood cancer treatments and supporting programs that provide financial assistance to families facing the financial burden of cancer care. Overall, the Fighting Cancer in Children Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the unique needs of children with cancer and their families. By increasing funding for research, treatment, and support services, the bill aims to improve outcomes for pediatric cancer patients and ensure that all children have access to the care they need to fight this devastating disease.