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Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act

USA118th CongressS-642| Senate 
| Updated: 3/2/2023
Amy Klobuchar

Amy Klobuchar

Democratic Senator

Minnesota

Cosponsors (1)
Roger F. Wicker (Republican)

Finance Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act This bill provides for coverage of certain cancer diagnostic and laboratory tests under Medicare, Medicaid, and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Specifically, the bill provides for coverage of microarray analysis, DNA and RNA sequencing, whole-exome sequencing, and other next-generation sequencing for individuals diagnosed with cancer. Additionally, the Department of Health and Human Services must establish an education and awareness program for physicians and the public about genomic testing and the role of genetic counselors.
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Timeline
Mar 2, 2023
Introduced in Senate
Mar 2, 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Dec 17, 2024

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 118-1780
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
  • March 2, 2023
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 2, 2023
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.


  • December 17, 2024

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 118-1780
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Health

Related Bills

  • HR 118-1780: Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act
CancerHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessHealth promotion and preventive careMedicaidMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMedicarePoverty and welfare assistanceState and local government operations

Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act

USA118th CongressS-642| Senate 
| Updated: 3/2/2023
Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act This bill provides for coverage of certain cancer diagnostic and laboratory tests under Medicare, Medicaid, and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Specifically, the bill provides for coverage of microarray analysis, DNA and RNA sequencing, whole-exome sequencing, and other next-generation sequencing for individuals diagnosed with cancer. Additionally, the Department of Health and Human Services must establish an education and awareness program for physicians and the public about genomic testing and the role of genetic counselors.
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Timeline
Mar 2, 2023
Introduced in Senate
Mar 2, 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Dec 17, 2024

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 118-1780
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
  • March 2, 2023
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 2, 2023
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.


  • December 17, 2024

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 118-1780
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Amy Klobuchar

Amy Klobuchar

Democratic Senator

Minnesota

Cosponsors (1)
Roger F. Wicker (Republican)

Finance Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • HR 118-1780: Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
CancerHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessHealth promotion and preventive careMedicaidMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMedicarePoverty and welfare assistanceState and local government operations