Connecticut House Bill HB05297

Connecticut 2013 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/15/13
• Refer: 1/15/13

Caption

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study Lyme Disease Testing.

Impact

If passed, the task force would be responsible for reviewing existing Lyme disease testing methods and exploring best practices utilized elsewhere. This could lead to enhancements in the state’s approach to diagnosing and managing Lyme disease, ultimately benefiting patients by ensuring they receive timely and accurate testing. Additionally, the findings from the task force could inform legislative recommendations that might impact public health policies related to Lyme disease and vector-borne illnesses more generally, encouraging better preventative measures and health education.

Summary

House Bill 05297 seeks to establish a task force dedicated to studying Lyme disease testing policies both within the state and in other states. The primary goal of this bill is to gather comprehensive data and insights that could inform better practices and policies regarding the testing and management of Lyme disease, a growing public health concern. This bill is introduced by Representative Shaban from the 135th District and has been referred to the Committee on Public Health for further consideration. The creation of such a task force is intended to improve the effectiveness of Lyme disease testing and potentially influence healthcare policies on a broader scale.

Contention

While the bill primarily aims to improve testing for Lyme disease, it could also stir discussions about the allocation of resources and prioritization of health issues within the state's public health agenda. Stakeholders may debate the necessity of establishing a dedicated task force versus utilizing existing health department resources. This bill represents a proactive effort to address a significant public health concern, yet its implementation may face scrutiny from those advocating for broader health issues or questioning the efficacy of additional bureaucracy in tackling state health problems.