To amend the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, to award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements for supporting new mobile cancer screening units to expand patient access to essential screening services in rural and underserved communities, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HR 10506

Bill 118 hr 10506, also known as the Mobile Cancer Screening Act, aims to amend the Public Health Service Act in order to increase access to cancer screening services in rural and underserved communities. The bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to support the development of new mobile cancer screening units.

These mobile units will provide essential screening services to individuals who may not have easy access to traditional healthcare facilities. By expanding access to cancer screenings, the bill seeks to improve early detection and treatment of cancer in these communities.

In addition to supporting the development of new mobile units, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to cancer screening services. Overall, the Mobile Cancer Screening Act is designed to address disparities in access to healthcare services and improve health outcomes for individuals in rural and underserved areas.

Current Status of Bill HR 10506

Bill HR 10506 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 18, 2024. Bill HR 10506 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 18, 2024. Bill HR 10506's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of December 18, 2024