Yvette Clarke (D-NY)
Advancing Menopause Care and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act
A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See all 19 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
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 Advancing Menopause Care and Mid-Life Women's Health Act aims to improve care and health outcomes for women during perimenopause, menopause, and the postmenopausal period. It directs the NIH to expand research into menopausal symptoms and their impact on physical, mental, and cognitive health. The bill establishes provisions for public health promotion, prevention, and a national awareness and education program. It also provides for training programs to improve the treatment of menopausal symptoms by health professionals. Additionally, the legislation creates Centers of Excellence to develop and distribute evidence-based resources. Finally, it includes requirements for reporting on progress and coordination with other federal agencies.
Yes· 3 of 21
- Scored +10
Would women be better off under this?
The entire bill is dedicated to improving the health, research, and care for women experiencing menopause.
- Scored +9
Would people in middle age be better off under this?
The bill is specifically designed to improve the health and care of middle-aged women during menopause.
- Scored +8
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The bill seeks to expand access to quality care through research, professional training, and the establishment of Centers of Excellence.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Expanded Medical Research: The NIH will coordinate and expand research to understand the impacts of menopausal transitions on physical, mental, and cognitive health (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Improved Treatment Options: Grants will support research into new treatments and diagnostic testing services for menopausal conditions (Section 2(a)(2)(A)).
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Addressing Health Disparities: The bill directs research into known health disparities, such as those between rural and urban or suburban women (Section 2(a)(1)(C)).
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Increased Access to Care: The Secretary is tasked with supporting public health activities to expand access to quality care services (Section 3(b)(1)).
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Mental Health Support: The bill includes provisions to increase access to mental and behavioral health care and substance use disorder prevention for women experiencing menopausal symptoms (Section 3(d)(1)).
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Educational Resources: A national awareness program and a dedicated website will provide educational materials for patients, caregivers, and health care providers (Section 4(a) and Section 4(d)).
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Improved Professional Training: Grants will be used to develop or expand training programs, such as residencies and fellowships, for various health care professionals (Section 5(a)(2)).
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Specialized Care Hubs: The designation of Centers of Excellence will help develop and distribute evidence-based resources for managing menopausal symptoms (Section 6(a) and Section 6(c)).
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 entire bill is dedicated to improving the health, research, and care for women experiencing menopause. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — The bill is specifically designed to improve the health and care of middle-aged women during menopause. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill explicitly addresses health disparities and provides resources for rural women. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill supports minority-serving institutions and aims to reduce health disparities. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — The bill supports minority-serving institutions and aims to reduce health disparities. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill supports minority-serving institutions and aims to reduce health disparities. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill prioritizes underserved populations and seeks to address health disparities. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Improved access to specialized care provides value to middle-aged women in this demographic. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill includes provisions for Tribal and territorial public health departments. Would retired people be better off under this? — The bill addresses postmenopausal health, which is relevant to retirees. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The bill addresses postmenopausal health, which impacts older age groups. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The bill provides improved resources and care for urban populations. Would students be better off under this? — The bill funds training programs, residencies, and fellowships for health profession students.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill seeks to expand access to quality care through research, professional training, and the establishment of Centers of Excellence. Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The bill specifically directs the Secretary to increase access to mental and behavioral health care services for women experiencing menopausal symptoms. Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill authorizes significant funding for NIH and other entities to conduct research on menopause and mid-life health.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The legislation focuses on improving health outcomes and care specifically for women during menopause. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill emphasizes addressing health disparities and includes support for minority-serving institutions in its grant eligibility.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill authorizes substantial funds for NIH research regarding menopausal health.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The bill specifically addresses health disparities between rural and urban women through research and outreach.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill includes requirements for regular reporting on progress and establishing a health dashboard.
- 11/5/2026
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- 10/26/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/22/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/6/2026
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- 9/8/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/6/2026
- 7 Cosponsors added.
- 6/2/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Introduced in House
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