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CA SB1213

Bill

Status

Vetoed

9/27/2024

Primary Sponsor

Toni Atkins

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 Session

AI Summary

  • Increases income eligibility threshold for breast and cervical cancer treatment services from 200% to 250% of the federal poverty level, effective no later than July 1, 2026.

  • Applies the new 250% threshold to individuals screened by providers participating in the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention breast and cervical cancer early detection program who need cancer treatment.

  • Maintains existing requirements that eligible individuals must be California residents, uninsured or underinsured, and have been found ineligible for Medi-Cal benefits before receiving treatment services.

  • Amends Health and Safety Code Sections 104150 and 104162 to implement the expanded eligibility criteria for state-funded cancer screening and treatment programs.

Legislative Description

Health care programs: cancer.

Last Action

In Senate. Consideration of Governor's veto pending.

9/27/2024

Committee Referrals

Appropriations6/5/2024
Health5/28/2024
Appropriations4/4/2024
Health2/29/2024
Rules2/15/2024

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