HB 2591
An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in powers and duties of the Department of Health and its departmental administrative and advisory boards, establishing the Prostate Health Education Grant Program and the Prostate Health Education Grant Program Fund; and imposing duties on the Department of Health.
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- Passed House
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the Prostate Health Education Grant Program within the Department of Health. The program will provide grants to eligible organizations to create and distribute educational materials about prostate cancer and prostate health. The Department of Health will manage the grant program, oversee applications, and report on the program’s activities to the General Assembly. This legislation also creates a dedicated fund to support the program’s operations.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Prostate Health Education Grant Program.
- Creates the Prostate Health Education Grant Program Fund.
- Eligible applicants can receive grants ranging from $1,000 to $30,000.
- The Department of Health will administer the grant program and oversee applications.
- The Department of Health must submit an annual report to the General Assembly detailing program activities.
- Eligible applicants are defined as health care providers or facilities located in Pennsylvania.
- The Department can use grant funds for various educational activities and materials.
- The program begins accepting applications 180 days after the bill’s effective date.
Who is affected
- Healthcare providers
- Healthcare facilities
- Pennsylvania residents (through increased awareness)
- The Department of Health
- The General Assembly
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Benjamin Sanchez
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