Bill · H.Res. 1610· House(119-HRES-1610)
Expressing support for the recognition of October 2026, as "World Menopause Awareness Month" and for global awareness and access to care during menopausal transition and post-menopause.
- Introduced
- 10/5/2026
- Last activity
- 10/5/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Yvette Clarke
- Cosponsors
- - 13 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for recognizing October 2026 as World Menopause Awareness Month. It highlights the physical, personal, and economic impacts that menopause has on women in the United States. The text notes that millions of women experience symptoms like hot flashes, memory loss, and depression that can interfere with work and daily life. It encourages health workers to receive training on menopause and treatment options. Finally, it encourages federal officials to provide better information, screening tools, treatment options, and clinical research regarding menopause.
Yes· 3 of 14
Would women be better off under this?+7
The resolution is entirely dedicated to supporting World Menopause Awareness Month, improving treatment access, and advancing menopause research for women.
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?+6
The resolution focuses on recognizing the specific health needs and societal impacts experienced by women during and after menopause.
Would people in middle age be better off under this?+5
The resolution supports awareness, research, and information regarding menopause, which directly affects middle-aged women.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Promotes Health Training: Under paragraph (3), the bill promotes including training on menopause and treatment options in pre-service curricula for health workers, which could help medical professionals better assist patients.
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Improves Access to Information: Under paragraph (4), the bill supports women having access to appropriate health information and services to promote healthy aging and a high quality of life before, during, and after menopause.
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Federal Research and Guidance: Under paragraph (5), the bill encourages the Secretary of Health and Human Services, the Secretary of Defense, and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide information to women, patients, and health care providers regarding menopause, screening tools, and treatment options, as well as to conduct additional research.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Women+7Good For Middle Aged+5Good For Seniors+4Good For African Americans+3Good For Hispanic Americans+3Good For Veterans+2
- Healthcare
- Increases Research Funding+5Improves Healthcare Access+4Improves Veterans Healthcare+3Increases Medicare Funding+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Gender Equality+6Improves Racial Equity+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+2
- 10/5/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 15 Cosponsors added.
Nanette BarragánDemocrat · California
Judy ChuDemocrat · California
Jasmine CrockettDemocrat · Texas
Madeleine DeanDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Robin KellyDemocrat · Illinois
Julia LetlowRepublican · Louisiana
Nicole MalliotakisRepublican · New York
Gwen MooreDemocrat · Wisconsin
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Brittany PettersenDemocrat · Colorado
Marilyn StricklandDemocrat · Washington
Terri SewellDemocrat · Alabama
Nydia VelázquezDemocrat · New York
Nikema WilliamsDemocrat · Georgia
Bonnie Watson ColemanDemocrat · New Jersey