The proposed bill aims to establish a Colorectal Cancer Screening, Diagnostic Colonoscopy, and Treatment Pilot Program within the Bureau for Public Health in West Virginia. It includes the creation of a new article in the state code that defines key terms, outlines the program's components, and sets forth eligibility criteria for financial and medical assistance. The program is designed to provide colorectal cancer screening and treatment services to unserved populations, ensuring that these services are delivered at no cost to patients. It also mandates the establishment of a fund to support the program, which will be administered by the Bureau for Public Health and may receive appropriations from various sources.

Additionally, the bill outlines the process for approved organizations to apply for grants to provide these services, as well as the requirements for annual reporting on the program's effectiveness. Eligible patients must meet specific financial criteria, such as having an income at or below 300% of the federal poverty level, and must also adhere to medical guidelines established by a Medical and Implementation Advisory Committee. The program is set to operate for one year, with a comprehensive report to be submitted to the Legislative Oversight Commission on Health and Human Resources Accountability at the conclusion of the pilot.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-67-1, 16-67-2, 16-67-3, 16-67-4, 16-67-5, 16-67-6, 16-67-7, 16-67-8, 16-67-9, 16-67-10, 16-67-11
Committee Substitute: 16-67-1, 16-67-2, 16-67-3, 16-67-4, 16-67-5, 16-67-6, 16-67-7, 16-67-8, 16-67-9, 16-67-10, 16-67-11