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Iowa Senate Bill SF63

Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF63

Introduced
1/16/25  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the creation of an Iowa cancer research program, and making an appropriation.

Impact

The bill is poised to have a significant impact on state laws relating to health care and cancer treatment. By establishing a formalized approach to cancer research funding, SF63 sets a precedent for future health initiatives and resource allocation within state budgets. The inclusion of criteria for project selection, such as scientific rationale and potential benefits, ensures that the projects funded will be strategically aligned with the state's health priorities. This structured funding mechanism is expected not only to bolster cancer-related research but also to enhance education and training opportunities in the medical and research fields across Iowa.

Summary

Senate File 63 introduces an Iowa cancer research program aimed at enhancing research capabilities in the state. The bill appropriates $4 million from the general fund for the fiscal year 2025-2026, directing these funds to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The allocated money is earmarked for supporting cancer research projects conducted by public institutions of higher education in Iowa, with specific focuses on pediatric cancer, cancer prevention, and basic cancer research. Each of these research areas is allocated $1.25 million, signifying the state’s commitment to addressing the impact of cancer, particularly in children, and to understanding cancer trends in Iowa.

Contention

While the bill has garnered support for its intentions to improve cancer research and health outcomes, some points of contention may arise. Critics could argue about the adequacy of funding in relation to the cancer incidence rates in Iowa, particularly given that the state has been reported to have higher rates of certain cancers. Additionally, there may be discussions regarding the efficacy and transparency of the proposed selection criteria for funded projects, as ensuring inclusivity and addressing the needs of underserved populations can be complex. Stakeholders might demand further details on how success will be measured and the long-term benefits of the initiatives funded by this bill.

Latest IA SF63 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

IA SF2250

A bill for an act relating to the creation of an Iowa cancer research program, and making an appropriation.

IA HF2339

A bill for an act relating to a focused review of Iowa cancer surveillance data, and making an appropriation.

IA HF2042

A bill for an act relating to programs that address food insecurity, making appropriations, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.

IA SF2306

A bill for an act relating to options for long-term care, and making appropriations.

IA HF2022

A bill for an act relating to the double up food bucks program and making an appropriation.

IA SF2437

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for veterans and health and human services, including other related provisions and appropriations, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 3205.)

IA SSB3192

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for the economic development of the state, including to the economic development authority, the Iowa finance authority, the public employment relations board, the department of workforce development, and the state board of regents and certain regents institutions.

IA SSB3205

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for veterans and health and human services, including other related provisions and appropriations, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(See SF 2437.)

IA SSB3198

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for the economic development of the state, including to the economic development authority, the Iowa finance authority, the public employment relations board, the department of workforce development, and the state board of regents and certain regents institutions.(See SF 2432.)

IA SSB1211

A bill for an act making appropriations to the economic development authority, the Iowa finance authority, the public employment relations board, the department of workforce development, and the state board of regents and certain regents institutions, and providing for properly related matters.(See SF 559.)

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