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BillHR 8939 · 119

Closing the HPV Testing Gap Act

Introduced
May 20, 2026
Cosponsors
14
Traction
0
Last Action
May 20, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires health insurance to cover testing for the human papillomavirus (HPV) in certain cases, helping to detect related cancers earlier. Funds education and outreach to raise awareness about HPV and its connection to cancer.

Sponsored By

LaMonica McIver
Democrat · New Jersey · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 20, 2026
  3. May 20, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects individuals at risk for HPV-related cancers, particularly women and people with certain health conditions, by increasing their access to preventive testing and care. It also impacts healthcare providers and insurers by mandating coverage for HPV testing and related services.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Commerce
IntroducedMay 20, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.