MS HB1498

Creates the Mississippi Comprehensive Cancer Care Coalition (MCCCC) Task Force to develop a comprehensive plan for addressing cancer-related issues in the state by December 1, 2025

Task force composition includes 6 legislators (3 House, 3 Senate), state agency representatives (Health, Medicaid, Insurance), healthcare professionals (physicians, hospital associations), insurance representatives, cancer advocacy organizations, and 2 cancer survivors

Requires task force to guide plan development using principles emphasizing health equity, addressing cancer care disparities, covering prevention through survivorship, and aligning with CDC and National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines

Task force shall meet at least quarterly with members receiving no compensation but eligible for mileage and expense reimbursement; State Department of Health provides staff support and other state agencies must provide requested assistance and data

Task force dissolves upon presenting its plan and recommended legislation to the Legislature, with the act taking effect upon passage