A bill to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to require group health plans and health insurance issuers offering group or individual health insurance coverage to provide coverage for prostate cancer screenings without the imposition of cost-sharing requirements, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill S 297

Bill 119 s 297, also known as the Prostate Cancer Screening Coverage Act, aims to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to mandate that group health plans and health insurance issuers offering group or individual health insurance coverage must provide coverage for prostate cancer screenings without any additional cost-sharing requirements for the insured individuals.

The bill seeks to ensure that individuals have access to necessary screenings for prostate cancer, which is one of the most common forms of cancer among men in the United States. By removing cost-sharing requirements, the bill aims to make these screenings more accessible and affordable for individuals, ultimately leading to earlier detection and treatment of prostate cancer.

In addition to requiring coverage for prostate cancer screenings, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to improving access to healthcare services for individuals. Overall, Bill 119 s 297 is focused on promoting preventive healthcare measures and ensuring that individuals have access to necessary screenings for prostate cancer without facing financial barriers.

Current Status of Bill S 297

Bill S 297 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 29, 2025. Bill S 297 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 29, 2025. Bill S 297's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of January 29, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 297

A bill to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to require group health plans and health insurance issuers offering group or individual health insurance coverage to provide coverage for prostate cancer screenings without the imposition of cost-sharing requirements, and for other purposes.