Bill · H.R. 4396· House(119-HR-4396)

Uterine Cancer Study Act of 2025

Age: 62 years

New York

Introduced: 7/15/2025
Last activity: 7/15/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Yvette Clarke
Cosponsors: - 38 - 0

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the ``Uterine Cancer Study Act of 2025'', directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to investigate the link between hair straighteners and uterine cancer. The study will specifically focus on the increased incidence of this cancer among women of color. To do this, the Secretary will coordinate with the Commissioner of Food and Drugs and the Director of the National Institutes of Health. The investigation will review existing studies and consider risks to people of all racial and ethnic backgrounds. It also aims to determine if the Food and Drug Administration should require more testing on manufacturers of these products.

Yes· 3 of 9

Would women be better off under this?+7
The bill addresses uterine cancer, a health issue specifically affecting women.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+6
The study specifically addresses the increased incidence of uterine cancer among women of color.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+5
The bill focuses on the health risks specifically affecting women of color.