About US Military Cancer Institute Bill S. 111
US Military Cancer Institute Bill S. 111
Original Sponsor:
Daniel Inouye (D-HI)
Cosponsor Total: 1
(last sponsor added 01/01/1970)
1 Democrat
Q: What is Bill #S. 111?
A: This bill will recognize the United States Military Cancer Institute as an establishment within the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and carry out research studies on the causes of cancer among various ethnic groups and early detection efforts. The bill will also promote the health of the Armed Forces and their dependents.
Q: When was Bill #S. 111 introduced?
A: The bill was introduced January 4, 2007.
Q: What does Bill #S. 111 involve?
A: It establishes research studies on:
* The features of cancer among populations of various ethnic origins
* Research on oncologic nursing
* The prevention and early detection of cancer
* The basic and clinical investigation concerning these studies
Q: What does Bill #S. 111 require?
A: It requires:
* The Institute to promote the health of members of the Armed Forces and their dependents
* The Institute to collaborate studies and research with other cancer research organizations
* Enhancing cancer research and treatment
* Study for the epidemiological causes of cancer among various ethnic groups
* Study of for cancer prevention and early detection efforts
Q: What is the current status of Bill #S. 111?
A: This bill is in the first step in the legislative process. Introduced bills first go to committees that investigate and revise them before they go to general debate. On January 4, 2007, it was read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Forces.
Q: What is next for Bill #S. 111?
A: The committee may read the bill a third time and conduct a floor debate. If the bill passes in the Senate, it will then go to the House where the process will begin again will be voted on. Once the House and Senate approve one version of the bill, it will then be presented to the President who has the power to veto the bill or pass it into law.
Q: Where can I find out more about Bill #S. 111?
A: Visit http://www.capwiz.com/cancerschmancer/issues/bills/?bill=11823706&size=full for up-to-date, detailed information concerning the bill.
