A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Colorectal Cancer Early Detection Act. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to create a competitive grant program for States. These grants are meant to increase awareness and education regarding colorectal cancer and to improve early detection specifically in young individuals. The text highlights that colorectal cancer rates are rising in younger populations, with projections showing significant increases by 2030. States that receive these grants must apply with a detailed implementation plan and submit a report after five years. The legislation authorizes the appropriation of necessary funds to carry out these activities.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +8
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The bill is specifically targeted at improving the early detection and health outcomes of individuals under age 45.
- Scored +7
Would Black Americans be better off under this?
The bill prioritizes outreach and education specifically for the African American community.
- Scored +7
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
The bill includes outreach to American Indian and Alaska Native populations.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Under Section 3(c)(1), States will conduct outreach and provide education regarding colorectal cancer and risk factors. This is a positive step because it specifically targets young individuals with increased risks, such as family history, inflammatory bowel disease, or inherited syndromes, as well as underserved and rural populations, American Indians, Alaska Natives, African Americans, and individuals with type 2 diabetes.
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Under Section 3(c)(2), States are directed to partner with hospitals, clinics, Tribal organizations, nonprofit organizations, and other entities. This helps enhance outreach, education, and early detection efforts by utilizing local and trusted community resources.
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Under Section 3(d), grant funds are explicitly used to support early detection and diagnostic testing for young individuals at increased or high risk. Furthermore, Section 3(d)(1) and Section 3(d)(7) allow funds to provide appropriate referrals for medical treatment, genetic testing, counseling, follow-up services, and patient navigation support to guide individuals through the screening process.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that outline 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 people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The bill is specifically targeted at improving the early detection and health outcomes of individuals under age 45. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill prioritizes outreach and education specifically for the African American community. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill includes outreach to American Indian and Alaska Native populations. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill emphasizes outreach to individuals living in rural areas.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill funds early detection, diagnostic testing, and patient navigation to improve access to colorectal cancer screenings. Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill authorizes funding for surveillance and the study of risk factors related to colorectal cancer.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill specifically directs outreach to African American and American Indian/Alaska Native populations to address health disparities.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill funds surveillance and research into colorectal cancer risk factors.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The bill includes specific provisions for outreach to individuals in rural areas.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill empowers the Secretary of HHS/CDC to issue competitive grants to states.
- 8/6/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Katie BrittRepublican · Alabama