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S.874: Sickle Cell Treatment Act of 2003
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced April 10, 2003
- Latest Major Action Feb. 24, 2004
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
51 (21 Democrats, 31 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Sickle Cell Treatment Act of 2003 - Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act (SSA) to include primary and secondary preventative medical strategies, treatment, and services, including genetic counseling and testing, for individuals who have Sickle Cell Disease as medical assistance under the Medicaid program.Directs the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration to conduct a demonstration program for the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| April 10, 2003 |
Introduced in the Senate by James M. Talent (R-Mo.) |