What does Preamble of Colorectal Cancer Early Detection Act do?

This bill authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to provide grants to states. The grants are intended to increase awareness and education regarding colorectal cancer. The grants also aim to improve early detection of colorectal cancer in young individuals.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Colorectal Cancer Early Detection Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Colorectal Cancer Early Detection Act.

What does FINDINGS. of Colorectal Cancer Early Detection Act do?

This section establishes findings related to colorectal cancer in the United States. Colorectal cancer is a significant cause of cancer-related deaths, ranking third in men and fourth in women. In 2021, there were over 141,000 new cases and 52,000 deaths attributed to colorectal cancer, with projections indicating increases in both new cases and deaths by 2025. Colorectal cancer rates are increasing among younger patients, with a notable proportion of cases occurring in individuals aged 54 and younger. Approximately 20% of colorectal cancer diagnoses were in patients under 55 as of early 2023, and half of early-onset cases are diagnosed in individuals under 45. Cases of colorectal cancer among individuals aged 20 to 39 are projected to increase by 90% by 2030. Colorectal cancer is projected to become the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for individuals under 50 by 2030.

What does CDC STATE GRANTS FOR COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS, EDUCATION, of Colorectal Cancer Early Detection Act do?

This section establishes a grant program administered by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to provide funding to States for colorectal cancer awareness, education, and early detection efforts among young individuals. Eligible States must submit a competitive application detailing their plan for implementing the grant, focusing on outreach and education to specific at-risk groups. The grant funds can be used to support early detection testing, provide referrals for medical treatment and genetic counseling, develop public awareness campaigns, educate health professionals, and monitor screening quality. States receiving grants are required to return unspent funds within six months of the grant period's end and submit a report detailing how the grant was used within five years (including renewals).

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Colorectal Cancer Early Detection Act

Last updated: 9/4/2025 · Introduced: 9/4/2025

Author: Haley Stevens (D-MI)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill authorizes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to provide grants to states for colorectal cancer awareness, education, and early detection programs, particularly targeting young individuals.
Grant funds can be used to support early detection testing, referrals for treatment and counseling, public awareness campaigns, and health professional education.
States receiving grants must report on fund usage and return any unspent funds within specified timeframes.

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