A bill to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to make grants to States to increase awareness and education for colorectal cancer and improve early detection of colorectal cancer in young individuals, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · August 6, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
The Colorectal Cancer Early Detection Act authorizes the CDC to award competitive grants to states for programs aimed at raising awareness about colorectal cancer and improving early detection among young people, particularly those under age 45. The bill responds to a growing public health concern, as colorectal cancer rates among young adults have been increasing significantly, with cases among people aged 20 to 39 expected to rise 90 percent by 2030. Grants can fund activities like education campaigns, outreach to high-risk groups such as those with family history or inflammatory bowel disease, health professional training, patient navigation services, and surveillance efforts. States must develop detailed plans showing how they will target both young individuals at increased risk and underserved populations, including rural communities and minority groups. The bill authorizes grants for five-year periods that may be renewed, with states required to report on their activities after five years, though no specific funding amount is specified in the legislation.
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