H.R. 1422 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Colon Cancer Screen for Life Act of 2003
H.R. 1422 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Mar 25, 2003, sponsored by Benjamin L. Cardin with 82 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Mar 25, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 82
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Colon Cancer Screen for Life Act of 2003 - Expresses the sense of the Congress with respect to the use of and reimbursement for colorectal cancer screening tests covered under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act (SSA).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD). Co-sponsors: 57 Democrats, 25 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 25, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (Apr 10, 2003)
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- S. 286: Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities Prevention Act of 2003
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- H.R. 3038: Health Care Safety Net Amendments Technical Corrections Act of 2003
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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