H.R. 3490 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Act
H.R. 3490 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026), the Esophageal Cancer Awareness Act, became law — introduced on May 19, 2025, sponsored by Gerald E. Connolly with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 19, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Public law
- Public Law 119-96
What it does
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Act This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to report to Congress on (1) the impact of esophageal cancer-related health care spending under the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) for federal employees and retirees diagnosed with esophageal cancer, and (2) how often FEHBP participants with a high risk of esophageal cancer undergo screenings according to established guid…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Official title
Gerald E. Connolly Esophageal Cancer Awareness Act of 2025
Sponsor
Gerald E. Connolly (D-VA). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 19, 2025
- Passed the HouseJun 3, 2025
- Passed the SenateMay 20, 2026
- Sent to the PresidentMay 29, 2026
- Became lawJun 9, 2026
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 119-96. (Jun 9, 2026)
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Committees
- Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
- Oversight and Government Reform Committee
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