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Gerald E. Connolly Esophageal Cancer Awareness Act of 2025

USA119th CongressS-1928| Senate 
| Updated: 6/3/2025
Mark R. Warner

Mark R. Warner

Democratic Senator

Virginia

Cosponsors (1)
Tim Kaine (Democratic)

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation mandates the Comptroller General of the United States to produce a comprehensive report for Congress concerning esophageal cancer within the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP). The bill highlights critical findings about esophageal cancer, noting its rapid increase in incidence, particularly among men and younger populations, and its high mortality rate due to late-stage diagnosis. It emphasizes that early detection of its precursor, Barrett's esophagus, can significantly improve survival rates. The required report, due within one year of the bill's enactment, must include two key evaluations. First, it will assess the total financial impact of esophageal cancer-related healthcare spending for individuals covered by the FEHBP. Second, the report will determine how often high-risk individuals within the program undergo recommended screenings for esophageal cancer, aligning with established medical guidelines. This initiative aims to enhance understanding of the disease's burden and screening practices within the federal employee healthcare system.
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Timeline
Jun 3, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jun 3, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Jun 4, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-3490
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
  • June 3, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 3, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.


  • June 4, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-3490
    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

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Gerald E. Connolly Esophageal Cancer Awareness Act of 2025

USA119th CongressS-1928| Senate 
| Updated: 6/3/2025
This legislation mandates the Comptroller General of the United States to produce a comprehensive report for Congress concerning esophageal cancer within the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP). The bill highlights critical findings about esophageal cancer, noting its rapid increase in incidence, particularly among men and younger populations, and its high mortality rate due to late-stage diagnosis. It emphasizes that early detection of its precursor, Barrett's esophagus, can significantly improve survival rates. The required report, due within one year of the bill's enactment, must include two key evaluations. First, it will assess the total financial impact of esophageal cancer-related healthcare spending for individuals covered by the FEHBP. Second, the report will determine how often high-risk individuals within the program undergo recommended screenings for esophageal cancer, aligning with established medical guidelines. This initiative aims to enhance understanding of the disease's burden and screening practices within the federal employee healthcare system.
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Timeline
Jun 3, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jun 3, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Jun 4, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-3490
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
  • June 3, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 3, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.


  • June 4, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-3490
    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Mark R. Warner

Mark R. Warner

Democratic Senator

Virginia

Cosponsors (1)
Tim Kaine (Democratic)

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

Health

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted