Bill · H.R. 5536· House(119-HR-5536)

HEADACHE Act

Age: 53 years

Massachusetts

Introduced: 9/19/2025
Last activity: 9/19/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Lori Trahan
Cosponsors: - 49 - 7

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to carry out a National Headache Disorders Initiative to address the impacts of headache conditions. It requires the creation of an Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services to advise the Secretary. The legislation mandates federal agencies to share headache-related data to help complete required reports. Furthermore, the Secretary must submit an annual report to Congress detailing federally funded efforts, program performance, and recommendations for action. Finally, the entire Act is set to expire five years after its enactment.

Yes· 3 of 13

Does this make health care easier to get in general?+6
The initiative aims to improve diagnosis, care coordination, and accessibility for headache disorders.
Does this put more money into medical research?+5
The bill mandates a national initiative to prioritize clinical and translational research for headache disorders.
Does this put more money into scientific research?+5
The bill establishes a framework to prioritize and enhance research into headache disorders.