Bill · H.Res. 495· House(119-HRES-495)
Supporting the designation of the week of June 9 through June 15, 2025, as "National Men's Health Week".
- Introduced
- 6/10/2025
- Last activity
- 6/10/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Troy Carter
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution supports designating the week of June 9 through June 15, 2025, as National Men's Health Week. It highlights significant health disparities, such as men living an average of more than 5 years less than women and facing higher death rates from heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and unintentional injuries. The text notes that men are less likely to visit a doctor for regular screenings due to reasons like fear, embarrassment, and lack of insurance. It points out that early detection and screening tools can successfully treat many male-related health problems. Finally, the House of Representatives resolves to support this week of awareness and requests that the President issue a proclamation calling on the public to observe it.
Yes· 3 of 11
Would men be better off under this?+5
The entire resolution is dedicated to improving the health awareness and outcomes of men and boys.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+4
The bill specifically addresses the higher incidence of prostate cancer and lower life expectancy among African-American men.
Would Native Americans be better off under this?+4
The bill highlights the lower life expectancy faced by American Indian/Alaska Native men.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for National Men's Health Week: Under the main resolved section, the House of Representatives supports designating the week of June 9 through June 15, 2025, as National Men's Health Week. This is positive because it encourages men and their families to engage in appropriate health behaviors and promotes health awareness events.
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Call for Presidential Proclamation: Also under the main resolved section, the resolution requests that the President issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States and interested groups to observe the week with appropriate ceremonies and activities. This could benefit individuals by drawing national attention to preventable health problems and encouraging early detection and treatment.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: There are no sections or provisions within the bill that identify or create negative consequences or burdens 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 Men+5Good For African Americans+4Good For Native Americans+4Good For Hispanic Americans+3Good For Middle Aged+3Good For Seniors+3Good For Young Adults+3Good For Low Income Households+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+3Improves Mental Health Access+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+3
- 6/25/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/10/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 4 Cosponsors added.
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