Military Pilots Cancer Incidence Study Act

House Bill 5858 - Military Pilots Cancer Incidence Study Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of House Bill 5858 Military Pilots Cancer Incidence Study Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

8/10/2022, 11:38 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 5858

Military Pilots Cancer Incidence Study Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to enter into an agreement with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to study cancer incidence and mortality among uniformed services pilots and make recommendations on cancer screenings.

DOD must report the study findings.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5858

Bill HR 5858 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2020. Bill HR 5858 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2020. Bill HR 5858's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of February 12, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5858

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5858

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Cancer

- Congressional oversight

- Government studies and investigations

- Medical research

- Medical tests and diagnostic methods

- Military medicine

- Military personnel and dependents

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5858

Military Pilots Cancer Incidence Study Act

To require the Secretary of Defense to seek to enter into an agreement with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to study and report on the incidence of cancer diagnosis and mortality among pilots in the uniformed services, and for other purposes.

Military Pilots Cancer Incidence Study Act