AN ACT CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF BREAST CANCER SCREENING, DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT SERVICES FOR WOMEN COMMITTED TO THE CUSTODY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION.

Summary

The bill authorizes Connecticut’s Department of Correction to arrange mammograms, diagnoses and treatment for women in custody at the closest licensed health‑care facility, rather than requiring services at the University of Connecticut Health Center. It applies when on‑site care cannot be provided, expanding timely breast‑cancer care for incarcerated women.

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