Section 20-15-1904 - Initiative for prevention of colorectal cancer(a) There is created the Arkansas Colorectal Cancer Screening Initiative in the Department of Health, if funds are available.(b) The Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences may collaborate with the department and the Arkansas Cancer Coalition in conducting the initiative, which shall be administered through the department.(c)(1) The initiative shall be designed in conformity with federal law and regulations regarding a program for prevention, early detection, and treatment of colorectal cancer.(2) Funds shall not be used to supplant funds already available for prevention, early detection, and treatment of colorectal cancer.(d) A contract may be made under this subchapter only if:(1) In providing screenings for colorectal cancer, priority is given to individuals who lack adequate coverage under health insurance and health plans for screenings for colorectal cancer;(2) Screenings are carried out as preventive health measures in accordance with evidence-based screening guidelines and procedures;(3) A payment made through the initiative for a screening procedure will not exceed the amount specified under federal law and regulations regarding a grant program for prevention, early detection, and treatment of colorectal cancer;(4) Funds shall not be spent to make payment for any item or service if that payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made: (A) Under a state compensation program, an insurance policy, or a federal or state health benefits program; or(B) By an entity that provides health services on a prepaid basis; and(5) Fiscal controls and fund accounting procedures are established to ensure proper disbursal of and accounting for amounts received under this subchapter.(e) Upon request, the department shall provide records maintained under this subchapter to the appropriate federal oversight agency.(f) The initiative shall be implemented statewide.Amended by Act 2019, No. 655,§ 1, eff. 7/24/2019.Amended by Act 2017, No. 516,§ 1, eff. 8/1/2017.Acts 2009, No. 1374, § 1.