Second Read and Referred S Families, Seniors and Health Committee
Summary
The bill adds a new section to Missouri law that defines a set of rights for people diagnosed with cancer, including the right to clear information, timely access to specialists and testing, pain‑management care, and participation in clinical trials. It also directs the Department of Health and Senior Services to make the Bill of Rights easily accessible on its website. The measure failed to pass.
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