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VA HB392
Bill
Status
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Alex Askew
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AI Summary
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Expands Virginia's sickle cell disease education and screening program to include information about cancers more common in individuals with sickle cell disease or trait, particularly certain types of kidney cancer
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Requires the program to offer educational resources to health care providers who screen for sickle cell disease about increased cancer risks associated with these conditions
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Mandates that educational resources be culturally and linguistically appropriate and cover cancer signs, symptoms, surveillance, treatment referral resources, and the importance of patient-provider communication
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Directs resources to serve providers, affected individuals, and their families regarding cancer risks linked to sickle cell conditions
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Amends Code of Virginia § 32.1-68 while preserving existing requirements for voluntary screening, post-screening counseling, and the comprehensive sickle cell clinic network
Legislative Description
Sickle cell disease education and screening program; cancer risk.
Last Action
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
3/10/2026