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A bill to advance research to achieve medical breakthroughs in brain tumor treatment and improve awareness and adequacy of specialized cancer and brain tumor care.

7/24/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4739

Bill 118 s 4739, also known as the "Advancing Brain Tumor Treatment and Care Act," aims to promote research and development in the field of brain tumor treatment. The bill seeks to improve awareness and access to specialized cancer and brain tumor care for patients.

The legislation includes provisions to allocate funding for research initiatives focused on finding medical breakthroughs in brain tumor treatment. This funding will support efforts to develop new therapies, improve diagnostic tools, and enhance treatment options for patients with brain tumors.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase awareness of brain tumors and the importance of specialized care for patients. It calls for the development of educational programs and resources to inform the public about the signs and symptoms of brain tumors, as well as the available treatment options. Overall, Bill 118 s 4739 is designed to advance research in brain tumor treatment and improve the quality of care for patients with brain tumors. By increasing funding for research and raising awareness about the importance of specialized care, the legislation aims to ultimately improve outcomes for individuals affected by brain tumors.

Current Status of Bill S 4739

Bill S 4739 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 23, 2024. Bill S 4739 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 23, 2024.  Bill S 4739's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of July 23, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4739

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4739

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4739

A bill to advance research to achieve medical breakthroughs in brain tumor treatment and improve awareness and adequacy of specialized cancer and brain tumor care.
A bill to advance research to achieve medical breakthroughs in brain tumor treatment and improve awareness and adequacy of specialized cancer and brain tumor care.

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