Connecticut House Bill HB05728

Connecticut 2013 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/23/13
• Refer: 1/23/13

Caption

An Act Concerning A Study Of Breast Cancer Rates In The State And Potential Causes.

Impact

If passed, HB 05728 would lead to an extensive research initiative spearheaded by the Department of Public Health. The findings from this study are expected to inform health policy and strategies for prevention and treatment of breast cancer within Connecticut. Furthermore, there is a potential for the results to influence public health regulations concerning environmental health and safety standards, reflecting the state's commitment to understanding and mitigating health crises through scientific research.

Summary

House Bill 05728, titled 'An Act Concerning A Study Of Breast Cancer Rates In The State And Potential Causes', was introduced by Representative Conroy. This bill mandates the Department of Public Health to conduct a comprehensive study on the elevated rates of breast cancer observed in Connecticut, with a specific focus on the Naugatuck Valley area. The goal of the study is to identify potential causes, especially environmental risk factors that could be mitigating factors in the incidence of this disease. This bill draws attention to public health concerns and aims to address the health crisis faced by residents in the designated area.

Contention

While the bill presents an important opportunity to investigate the critical public health issue of breast cancer, it could also spark discussions regarding funding and resource allocation within the Department of Public Health. Additionally, the emphasis on environmental risk factors may lead to debates among stakeholders concerning regulatory changes in industries that could be impacting health outcomes. Advocates may push for the fastest possible implementation of study findings into actionable policies, while opponents may raise concerns regarding the potential economic implications of new regulations that could arise from the study.