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Legislation Would Create Women's Health Program
posted on 1/9/2006

A representative from the Kansas City area has filed a piece of legislation that would create a comprehensive state women's health program. Rep. Bob Johnson (R-Lee's Summit) is the sponsor of House Bill 1051, which calls for initial start-up funding of $5 million dollars. Services that would be provided under the women's health program include breast and cervical cancer tests, screenings for STDs and HIV, and contraceptive counseling and supplies.



For more information about House Bill 1051, please click here.