HB 1969: DHS; COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENINGS; COLORECTAL CANCER TREATMENT; STATE-FUNDED PUBLIC ASSISTANCE; APPROPRIATION

Session Year: 2025-2026
House: House
Latest Version Date: 2026-03-27

Current Status:

In Progress

(2026-04-23: Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 737).)

Introduced

In Committee

First Chamber

In Committee

Second Chamber

Final Decking

Enacted

Version:

Requires the Department of Human Services to develop and implement a public assistance program offering state-funded colorectal screenings and treatment for certain persons. Requires state-funded coverage for follow-up treatment for colorectal cancer for certain persons. Requires coverage to include a follow-up colonoscopy after a positive test result. Specifies that coverage is not subject to a deductible, copayment, coinsurance, or any other cost-sharing requirements. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1)

Discussed in Hearing