Bill · S.Res. 937· Senate(119-SRES-937)
A resolution recognizing the seriousness of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and expressing support for the designation of September 2026 as "PCOS Awareness Month".
- Introduced
- 9/30/2026
- Last activity
- 9/30/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299; text: CR S5268-5269)
- Sponsored by
- Elizabeth Warren
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This Senate resolution recognizes the seriousness of polycystic ovary syndrome, which affects about 10 percent of women in the United States. It expresses support for designating September 2026 as PCOS Awareness Month. The text highlights that the condition impacts multiple bodily systems, has no known cure, and carries a heavy financial and health burden. The bill supports goals to increase public and medical awareness, improve diagnosis and treatment, and enhance the quality of life for women and girls. Finally, it encourages medical researchers, health care professionals, and local governments to support these awareness goals and advance understanding of the disorder.
Yes· 3 of 10
Would women be better off under this?+5
The resolution specifically focuses on recognizing polycystic ovary syndrome and supporting awareness, diagnosis, and treatment for affected women and girls.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+4
The resolution supports education and better treatment outcomes for women and girls affected by polycystic ovary syndrome.
Would people in middle age be better off under this?+4
The resolution aims to improve quality of life and health outcomes for women living with polycystic ovary syndrome.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Awareness and Education: Under resolved section (3)(A), the bill supports increasing public and professional awareness of polycystic ovary syndrome and its connection to other health conditions. This is positive because it helps the general public, women, girls, and health care professionals better understand the disorder.
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Improved Diagnosis and Treatment: Under resolved section (3)(B), the resolution supports improving the diagnosis and treatment of the condition. This could benefit individuals by leading to earlier and more accurate medical care.
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Better Quality of Life: Under resolved section (3)(D), the text aims to improve the quality of life and outcomes for women and girls living with the disorder. This is a direct benefit to the health and well-being of those affected.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: 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+5Good For Middle Aged+4Good For Young Adults+4Good For Children+3Good For People With Disabilities+2Good For Students+2
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+4Improves Mental Health Access+3Increases Research Funding+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Gender Equality+3
- 9/30/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299; text: CR S5268-5269)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Bill introduced.
Deb FischerRepublican · Nebraska