Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA)
Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act
A Democratic bill with 4 Republican cosponsors · See all 25 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on 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.
In committee
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The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act directs the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to evaluate research regarding menopause, perimenopause, or mid-life women's health. This evaluation includes looking at completed and ongoing research, as well as identifying knowledge gaps in treatments and the effects of service on these health stages. The secretaries must also look into the availability of professional training for providers and the uptake of treatments for those in service or veterans. Within 180 days, both secretaries are required to submit a report to Congress containing their findings and recommendations for training. Additionally, they must create a strategic plan to address identified research gaps and future research needs.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +7
Would women be better off under this?
The bill provides specific research and healthcare attention to women's mid-life health needs.
- Scored +6
Does this help veterans get medical care?
The bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to evaluate and create strategic plans for menopause-related health care for veterans.
- Scored +6
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The bill mandates improved health assessment and treatment for veterans regarding menopause.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Identifying knowledge gaps in treatments: The bill directs an evaluation of gaps in knowledge regarding hormone and non-hormone treatments, as well as the safety and effectiveness of those treatments (Section 2(a)(3)). This could help women understand their options for managing symptoms.
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Addressing service-related health impacts: The evaluation will look at how service in the Armed Forces, including combat roles and exposure to burn pits, toxic chemicals, and PFAS, relates to perimenopause and menopause (Section 2(a)(3)(C) and (D)). This could lead to better understanding of how service impacts women's health.
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Focusing on mental health: The bill seeks to identify the impact of perimenopause and menopause on the mental health of members of the Armed Forces or veterans (Section 2(a)(3)(E)).
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Improving healthcare provider expertise: The act calls for an evaluation of the availability and use of professional training resources for providers regarding mid-life women's health (Section 2(a)(4)). This could lead to better care, treatment, and management of symptoms.
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Improving treatment access: The bill includes evaluating the availability and uptake of treatments for women who are members of the Armed Forces or veterans (Section 2(a)(5)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are explicitly detailed in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Healthcare
- Does this help veterans get medical care? — The bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to evaluate and create strategic plans for menopause-related health care for veterans. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — It aims to improve care by evaluating treatment availability and provider training for women in the military and veterans. Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The bill explicitly calls for assessing the impact of menopause on mental health among service members and veterans. Does this put more money into medical research? — The act directs comprehensive research evaluation and strategic planning regarding menopause and mid-life women's health.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would women be better off under this? — The bill provides specific research and healthcare attention to women's mid-life health needs. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The bill mandates improved health assessment and treatment for veterans regarding menopause. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — The bill targets medical research and care specifically for mid-life women's health.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The bill addresses specific health needs and research gaps faced by women in the military and veteran communities.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill mandates new research evaluations and strategic plans to address gaps in medical knowledge.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The bill enhances veteran health by mandating research and strategic planning for menopause-related issues.
- 8/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/6/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/3/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/23/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/22/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/21/2026
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- 5/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/12/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/22/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/16/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/14/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 10/8/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/6/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/26/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/17/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/2/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/21/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/8/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on 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.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Stephanie BiceRepublican · Oklahoma
Wesley BellDemocrat · Missouri
Ed CaseDemocrat · Hawaii
Yvette ClarkeDemocrat · New York
Joe CourtneyDemocrat · Connecticut
Donald DavisDemocrat · North Carolina
Suzan DelBeneDemocrat · Washington
Sarah ElfrethDemocrat · Maryland
Cleo FieldsDemocrat · Louisiana
Lois FrankelDemocrat · Florida
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Michael GuestRepublican · Mississippi
Maggie GoodlanderDemocrat · New Hampshire
David JoyceRepublican · Ohio
Rick LarsenDemocrat · Washington
Ted LieuDemocrat · California
Betty McCollumDemocrat · Minnesota
Seth MoultonDemocrat · Massachusetts
Sarah McBrideDemocrat · Delaware
Emily RandallDemocrat · Washington
Greg StantonDemocrat · Arizona
Andrea SalinasDemocrat · Oregon
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan
Jill TokudaDemocrat · Hawaii
Frederica WilsonDemocrat · Florida