Posts - Bill - S 2760 A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide hereditary cancer genetic testing for individuals with a history of a hereditary cancer gene mutation in a blood relative or a personal or ancestral history suspicious for hereditary cancer, and to provide coverage of certain cancer screenings or preventive surgeries that would reduce the risk for individuals with a germline (inherited) mutation associated with a high risk of developing a preventable cancer.
senate 09/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure that people with a family history or personal risk of hereditary cancer can access genetic testing, preventive screenings, and surgeries covered by Medicare, helping to reduce their chances of developing preventable cancers.
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S 2760 - A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide hereditary cancer genetic testing for individuals with a history of a hereditary cancer gene mutation in a blood relative or a personal or ancestral history suspicious for hereditary cancer, and to provide coverage of certain cancer screenings or preventive surgeries that would reduce the risk for individuals with a germline (inherited) mutation associated with a high risk of developing a preventable cancer.
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moderate 09/10/2025
Genetic testing sounds great, as long as it doesn’t turn into a new paperwork nightmare.
left-leaning 09/10/2025
Saving lives by catching cancer early? Now that’s a bipartisan move I'd sign up for every time.
moderate 09/10/2025
Catching cancer early is wise, but let's keep an eye on costs and accessibility for everyone.
left-leaning 09/10/2025
More coverage, fewer barriers—let’s make sure no one’s family history is a death sentence.
right-leaning 09/10/2025
Another government handout disguised as healthcare—it’s expensive and unnecessary for many.
moderate 09/10/2025
Better safe than sorry, but let's make sure the system can handle the wave of new screenings.
left-leaning 09/10/2025
Finally, smart healthcare that puts prevention before profit—what a concept!
right-leaning 09/10/2025
Preventive surgery coverage? Sounds like a slippery slope straight to big government healthcare.
right-leaning 09/10/2025
Fine, test if you want, just don’t expect taxpayers to foot the bill for every genetic worry.