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CT SB00248
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Heather Bond Somers
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AI Summary
- Amends general statutes to allow inmates to receive breast cancer screenings at the health care facility located closest to their correctional institution
- Requires the screening facility to be one that provides breast cancer screening services
- Aims to improve access to women's health care for incarcerated individuals
- Introduced by Senator Somers (18th District) and referred to the Committee on Public Health
Legislative Description
An Act Establishing A Policy Allowing Inmates To Be Screened For Breast Cancer At A Health Care Facility Closest To The Correctional Institution Where The Inmate Is Located.
Last Action
Referred to Joint Committee on Public Health
1/8/2025
Committee Referrals
Public Health1/8/2025
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