I
108th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. R. 4273
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
May 4, 2004
Mr. Young of Florida introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services
A BILL
To establish formally the United States Military Cancer Institute, to require the Institute to promote the health of members of the Armed Forces and their dependents by enhancing cancer research and treatment, to provide for a study of the epidemiological causes of cancer among various ethnic groups for cancer prevention and early detection efforts, and for other purposes.
Short title
This Act may be cited as the &short-title2;
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United States Military Cancer Institute
Establishment
In general
There is established in the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) the United States Military Cancer Institute.
Scientists
The staff of the Institute shall include clinical and basic scientists in the Department of Defense who have an expertise in research, patient care, and education relating to oncology and who meet applicable criteria for participation in the Institute.
Components
The components of the Institute shall include military treatment and research facilities that meet applicable criteria and are designated as affiliates of the Institute.
Research
Research subjects
The Institute shall carry out research studies on the following subjects:
The epidemiological features of cancer, including assessments of both the carcinogenic effect of genetic and environmental factors and the disparities in health, inherent or common, among populations of various ethnic origins.
The prevention and early detection of cancer.
Basic, translational, and clinical investigation matters relating to the subjects described in subparagraphs (A) and (B).
Complementary research on oncologic nursing
The research studies under paragraph (1) shall include complementary research on oncologic nursing.
Collaborative research
The Institute shall carry out the research studies under subsection (b) in collaboration with other cancer research organizations and entities selected by the Institute for purposes of the research studies.
Reports
In general
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Director of the Institute shall submit to the President of the USUHS a report on the results of the research studies carried out under subsection (b).
Transmission of report
Not later than 60 days after the receipt of a report under paragraph (1), the President of the USUHS shall transmit such report to Congress.