A bill to establish the pediatric cancer research, treatment, resources, and education fund in the department of health and human services; to provide for the distribution of money from the fund; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; to create an advisory commission and establish its powers and duties; and to require the promulgation of rules.
Establishes the Pediatric Cancer Research, Treatment, Resources, and Education Fund within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Aimed at improving pediatric cancer cure rates and care, the bill facilitates funding for qualified entities like nonprofit organizations, medical schools, and research hospitals for pediatric cancer initiatives.
Co-sponsored by Reps.
Referred to the Committee on Insurance and Financial Services
Reported without amendment
Referred to the Committee on Health Policy