Stomach Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Act

House Bill

H.R. 4841

119th Congress

Stomach Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Act

In Committee

Introduced:Dec 19, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Judy Chu

D - CA

Cosponsors

3

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Health

Summary

This bill directs the National Cancer Institute to conduct a comprehensive review of stomach cancer in America, including incidence rates, risk factors, screening availability, and public awareness. It also requires the Department of Defense to study stomach cancer among military personnel, examining potential links to burn pits, hazardous chemicals, and deployment-related exposures.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill directs the National Cancer Institute to conduct a comprehensive review of stomach cancer in America, including incidence rates, risk factors, screening availability, and public awareness. It also requires the Department of Defense to study stomach cancer among military personnel, examining potential links to burn pits, hazardous chemicals, and deployment-related exposures.

Last updated: 12/26/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Requires NCI to review stomach cancer incidence, risk factors, screening, and public awareness
Mandates analysis of H. pylori infection testing as a prevention strategy
Requires DoD study of stomach cancer in military personnel and veterans
Examines potential links to burn pits, contaminated water, and deployment hazards
Reports due to Congress within 18 months with screening guideline recommendations
Addresses racial and ethnic disparities in stomach cancer outcomes

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Americans at high risk for stomach cancer would benefit from better screening guidelines and awareness. The estimated 30,300 people diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2025 could see improved early detection. Veterans exposed to burn pits and other hazards may gain recognition of stomach cancer as service-connected. Racial and ethnic communities with higher stomach cancer rates would receive targeted outreach. Healthcare providers would get clearer guidance on screening high-risk patients.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Health

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

4841, 119th Congress (2025). "Stomach Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-4841