Bill directs federal review of lung cancer research for women, veterans
Passed one chamberH.R. 2319Latest action
Sponsor: Brendan F. Boyle · Representative · PA
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Official title: Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025
119th Congress
Topics: Health care
Introduced:
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HR 2319 requires HHS to review lung cancer research on women and underserved groups and report to Congress within two years.
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What does this do?
HR 2319 directs HHS, working with the Defense Department and Veterans Affairs, to review existing lung cancer research related to women and underserved populations, identify knowledge gaps, and explore opportunities for new studies. It also asks HHS to consider a national screening strategy and a public awareness campaign. The bill requires only a study and report, not new programs or direct treatment funding.
Who does it affect?
Government health agencies and researchers at HHS, the Defense Department, and Veterans Affairs would conduct the review. Women, veterans, and underserved populations such as low-income or rural communities could be indirectly affected by future findings.
Why does it matter?
The review could inform future screening guidelines, research funding, or awareness campaigns, but the bill itself creates no immediate changes to care or policy.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 25, 2025
- House committee
- House vote
- SenateYou are here · Apr 22, 2026
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 380.