A Democratic bill with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 9 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "PREVENT HPV Cancers Act of 2025," aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to establish a national public awareness campaign regarding the human papillomavirus (HPV). The campaign is directed to increase vaccination rates, combat misinformation, and raise awareness about preventing HPV-associated cancers. It requires the Secretary, through the CDC, to develop culturally and linguistically competent resources for various high-risk and underserved communities. Additionally, the bill updates the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. It authorizes significant funding for the public awareness campaign and increases annual funding for the cancer early detection program through 2030.
Yes· 3 of 12
- Scored +8
Would women be better off under this?
The bill focuses on preventing cervical cancer and increasing early detection through increased program funding.
- Scored +7
Would Black Americans be better off under this?
The bill provides specific resources to address high rates of HPV-associated cancers among Black women.
- Scored +7
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?
The bill provides specific resources to address high rates of HPV-associated cancers among Hispanic women.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Disease Prevention: The national campaign seeks to increase HPV vaccination rates and the completion of the vaccine series to prevent various types of cancer (Section 3(a)(1)).
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Improved Access for High-Risk Communities: The bill requires the creation of culturally and linguistically competent resources specifically for Black and Hispanic women, as well as individuals in rural communities (Section 3(a)(3)(C)).
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Support for Specific Populations: The campaign will target populations impacted by increases in oropharyngeal cancers, including active-duty service members and veterans (Section 3(a)(3)(C)(i)(II)).
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Enhanced Early Detection: The campaign includes the delivery of information regarding the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program and how to access local screenings (Section 3(a)(3)(G)(ii)).
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Increased Funding for Cancer Screening: The bill increases the annual funding for the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program to $300,000,000 for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 (Section 4(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly identified 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.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would women be better off under this? — The bill focuses on preventing cervical cancer and increasing early detection through increased program funding. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill provides specific resources to address high rates of HPV-associated cancers among Black women. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill provides specific resources to address high rates of HPV-associated cancers among Hispanic women. Would children be better off under this? — The bill promotes HPV vaccination which is most effective when administered in the 9 to 12 age range. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill requires the campaign to develop resources tailored for rural communities. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The bill includes veterans in the target population for the HPV cancer prevention campaign. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The bill targets vaccination and awareness for populations up to age 45. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill increases funding for the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program to aid underserved populations.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill funds a national campaign to increase HPV vaccination rates and increases funding for the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill authorizes $5,000,000 annually for a national HPV awareness campaign through 2030.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill mandates culturally and linguistically competent resources specifically for Black and Hispanic women to address disparities in cancer screening.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The bill directs the national campaign to target populations impacted by oropharyngeal cancers, including veterans.
- 10/22/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/27/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/13/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/2/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/10/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Don BaconRepublican · Nebraska
Yvette ClarkeDemocrat · New York
Adelita GrijalvaDemocrat · Arizona
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Terri SewellDemocrat · Alabama
Kim SchrierDemocrat · Washington
Melanie StansburyDemocrat · New Mexico
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan