Bill · H.R. 7602· House(119-HR-7602)
State of Men’s Health Act
- Introduced
- 2/20/2026
- Last activity
- 2/20/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Troy Carter
- Cosponsors
- - 8 - 8
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The State of Men's Health Act directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to take action regarding men's health in the United States. The bill requires the Comptroller General to conduct a study and submit a report on the state of men's health within one year. Additionally, the Secretary must establish an Office of Men's Health within the Department of Health and Human Services within 18 months. This new office will focus on promoting programs, coordinating public awareness, and maintaining a database of best practices and clinical research. The Secretary is also tasked with submitting a report to Congress regarding the office's activities after two years.
Yes· 3 of 13
Would men be better off under this?+5
The bill establishes an Office of Men's Health to promote awareness, screening, and better health outcomes specifically for men.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+3
The bill emphasizes the importance of addressing the physical and mental well-being of military men and veterans.
Does this make mental health care easier to get?+3
The bill mandates that the Office of Men's Health coordinate public awareness and screening for mental health.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Health Awareness and Outcomes: The establishment of an Office of Men's Health aims to improve the state of men's health through programs, education, and screening (Section 4). This could help address risks like cardiovascular disease, mental health, HIV/AIDS, and various cancers (Section 2).
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Enhanced Disease Screening: The Office will assist in coordinating public awareness and screening programs, specifically emphasizing colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, diabetes, high cholesterol, and mental health (Section 4).
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Better Data and Best Practices: The Office is tasked with creating a database of clinical guidelines, research, and funding opportunities related to men's health (Section 4).
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Targeted Identification of Health Disparities: The GAO study is required to identify specific health disparities in men's health to help optimize Federal programs (Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No New Funding Authorized: The bill explicitly states that no additional funds are authorized to carry out the GAO study or the establishment of the Office of Men's Health; instead, funds must be derived from other existing provisions of law (Section 3 and Section 4).
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Men+5Good For Veterans+3Good For African Americans+2Good For Seniors+2Good For Low Income Households+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+3Improves Mental Health Access+3Increases Research Funding+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+2Improves Poverty Reduction+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2
- 7/21/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/13/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 6/23/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 5/20/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/21/2026
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- 3/4/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 2/20/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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