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- H.R.1984
H.R.1984: Breast Cancer Patient Education Act of 2013
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced May 15, 2013
- Latest Major Action May 17, 2013
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
22 (12 Democrats, 10 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Breast Cancer Patient Education Act of 2013 - Amends the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide for the planning and implementation of an education campaign to inform breast cancer patients anticipating surgery regarding the availability and coverage of breast reconstruction, prostheses, and other options, with a focus on informing patients who are members of racial and ethnic minority...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 17, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| May 15, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| May 15, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Leonard Lance (R-N.J.) |