07/02/2024
Today, Governor Shapiro signed Bill 1754 into law for the state of PA, improving access to biomarker testing for Pennsylvanians and requiring state regulated insurance companies to cover it. This is hopeful for PA seniors and all people with conditions such as all forms of cancer, ALS, heart disease, MS, arthritis and rare diseases - enabling the more efficient and effective treatment pathway personalized/targeted medicine provides. This law also helps overburdened clinical staff do their jobs more efficiently and lessens the disparity in treatment options that is often realized by underserved communities and people of color.
Earlier today, the Pennsylvania State Senate unanimously passed House Bill 1754, the bipartisan proposal to increase access to biomarker testing. The bill will now go to Governor Shapiro’s desk, providing him the opportunity to ensure coverage of this essential testing for more Pennsylvanians. The...