A Republican bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Know Your Risk Act. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to submit a report to Congress within 180 days regarding existing breast cancer risk assessment tools. The report must identify inaccuracies and gaps in the use of these tools among different populations. Additionally, the report must outline plans for creating a single, comprehensive, and publicly accessible breast cancer risk assessment tool. The legislation also amends certain grant programs to require States to conduct evidence-based breast cancer risk assessments and submit related reports to the Secretary.
Yes· 3 of 13
- Scored +6
Would women be better off under this?
The entire bill is dedicated to improving breast cancer risk assessment, early detection, and public awareness for women.
- Scored +5
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The legislation requires standardized breast cancer risk assessments and reporting on access disparities.
- Scored +5
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?
The bill focuses exclusively on improving breast cancer risk assessment and early detection tools predominantly used by women.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 3 requires a report that identifies inaccuracies and gaps in existing breast cancer risk assessment tools across different populations. This could be considered positive because it highlights where the current tools fail, paving the way for better and more inclusive detection methods.
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Section 3(b) outlines the planning for a single, comprehensive, and publicly accessible breast cancer risk assessment tool along with public awareness strategies. This could benefit individuals by making it easier for everyday people to access and understand their personal risk of developing breast cancer.
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Section 4(a) amends grant requirements to help implement standardized, evidence-based breast cancer risk assessment tools in clinical settings and integrate them into electronic health records. This might be considered positive as it helps medical providers deliver more consistent and informed care to their patients.
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Section 4(b) requires States receiving specific grants to report on the number of individuals receiving risk assessments, referrals made for enhanced screening or genetic counseling, and disparities in access. This is beneficial because it holds public officials accountable for tracking and addressing gaps in healthcare access for underserved populations.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that create negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would women be better off under this? — The entire bill is dedicated to improving breast cancer risk assessment, early detection, and public awareness for women. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill requires identifying and addressing inaccuracies and gaps in risk assessment tools across different racial and ethnic populations. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Efforts to improve risk assessment accuracy across diverse racial populations benefit Asian American women. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill mandates the evaluation of risk assessment tools to improve accuracy across diverse ethnic populations. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The legislation specifically targets disparities in access to risk assessments among medically underserved and low-income populations. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Underserved Native American populations may experience improved access through targeted grant reporting and assessment requirements. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Older women, who face higher risks of breast cancer, will benefit from improved and more accessible risk assessment tools.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The legislation requires standardized breast cancer risk assessments and reporting on access disparities. Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill supports research, validation, and improvement of breast cancer risk assessment models across diverse populations. Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes? — The bill enhances grant programs for breast cancer screening and risk assessment, supporting underserved populations.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The bill focuses exclusively on improving breast cancer risk assessment and early detection tools predominantly used by women. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The legislation mandates the identification of gaps and disparities in risk assessment tools across racial, ethnic, and demographic groups.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires states receiving grants to submit detailed reports on risk assessments, referrals, and access disparities.
- 11/13/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/6/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Introduced in House
Debbie Wasserman SchultzDemocrat · Florida