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The "Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act" expands healthcare coverage under Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP to include comprehensive cancer diagnostic and laboratory tests, while also establishing an education program on genomic testing for both healthcare providers and the public.
Doris Matsui
Representative
CA
Doris Matsui
Representative
CA
The "Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act" expands healthcare coverage under Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP to include comprehensive cancer diagnostic and laboratory tests, such as genomic sequencing, starting in 2027. It ensures coverage upon diagnosis, recurrence, and as needed for treatment planning. Additionally, the Act directs the Department of Health and Human Services to establish an education program to raise awareness among healthcare providers and the public about genomic testing and its applications in cancer care.
The "Scientific EXPERT Act of 2025" aims to improve drug development for rare diseases by mandating science-focused meetings and public reporting to enhance collaboration and regulatory flexibility.
Doris Matsui
Representative
CA
Doris Matsui
Representative
CA
The Scientific EXPERT Act of 2025 aims to improve drug development for rare diseases by mandating science-focused meetings. These meetings, organized by the Reagan-Udall Foundation, will bring together experts to discuss challenges and opportunities in developing treatments for specific rare diseases. The FDA will participate in these meetings, and meeting outcomes will be published to inform future drug development efforts. The Act allocates funding for these meetings and requires reports to Congress on their impact.