MO HB667

Establishes two prostate cancer pilot programs within the Department of Health and Senior Services, one in an urban area and one in a rural area, subject to securing a cooperative agreement with a nonprofit entity for funding.

Eligibility includes uninsured men or economically challenged men (with gross income up to 150% of federal poverty level) who are at least 50 years old, or men ages 35-49 at high risk for prostate cancer on physician advice or individual request.

Programs shall provide prostate cancer screening, referral and diagnostic services, treatment services for diagnosed cases, and outreach and education activities to ensure awareness and utilization.

Department shall distribute grants to local health departments and federally qualified health centers upon appropriation to administer the program.

Department must report to the governor and general assembly three years after grants begin on the number of individuals screened and treated (including racial and ethnic data) and any cost savings achieved through early detection.

Program automatically sunsets six years after the effective date unless reauthorized by the general assembly.