Proposed
Bill · 119th Congress · S 4612
SCREEN for Type 1 Diabetes Act of 2026
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Introduced 2026-05-20Topic: public health · health careSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis bill would require the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to run a national campaign to raise awareness among health care providers and the public about detecting, screening for, and managing type 1 diabetes. The campaign would include written materials, public service announcements, and resources tailored to communities with the largest recent increases in type 1 diabetes. It would be carried out through grants to nonprofit groups and to state, local, and Tribal health departments, including grants to increase screening. The bill authorizes $5 million per year for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 and requires a report to Congress within one year.
Sponsors
- Jeanne Shaheen Democrat sponsor
- 3 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-20 | Senate | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. | refer |
| 2026-05-20 | Introduced in Senate | introduce |