Mark Pocan (D-WI)
Recognizing the importance of access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention and supporting the designation of Saturday, October 10, 2026, as "National PrEP Day".
A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See all 11 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
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What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes how important pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is for preventing HIV. It notes that over one million people in the United States live with HIV, and tens of thousands of new diagnoses happen each year. The text highlights that PrEP can lower the risk of getting HIV from sexual exposure by more than 99 percent when taken as prescribed. It supports designating Saturday, October 10, 2026, as National PrEP Day. Furthermore, the resolution encourages public health agencies, health care providers, and insurers to reduce barriers and increase access to PrEP.
Yes· 3 of 9
- Scored +4
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The resolution encourages public health agencies, providers, and stakeholders to reduce barriers and increase access to PrEP and related services.
- Scored +3
Does this strengthen the Affordable Care Act?
The resolution encourages insurers to reduce barriers and support strategies that increase access to preventive health services like PrEP.
- Scored +3
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?
Promoting PrEP awareness and reducing barriers directly benefits the LGBTQ community, which experiences higher risks of HIV transmission.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Promoting HIV Prevention and Awareness: The House of Representatives recognizes the proven effectiveness of PrEP in preventing HIV transmission and supports designating Saturday, October 10, 2026, as National PrEP Day, which can help promote awareness and encourage uptake among at-risk individuals as stated in Resolved clauses (1) and (2).
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Reducing Barriers to Healthcare: The resolution encourages Federal, State, local, Tribal, and territorial public health agencies, health care providers, insurers, and other stakeholders to amplify education, reduce barriers, and support strategies that increase PrEP access and adherence under Resolved clause (3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- None Identified: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline 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. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution encourages public health agencies, providers, and stakeholders to reduce barriers and increase access to PrEP and related services. Does this strengthen the Affordable Care Act? — The resolution encourages insurers to reduce barriers and support strategies that increase access to preventive health services like PrEP. Does this put more money into medical research? — The text notes innovative modalities in the research pipeline and highlights the ongoing need for advancements in HIV prevention options.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would LGBTQ people be better off under this? — Promoting PrEP awareness and reducing barriers directly benefits the LGBTQ community, which experiences higher risks of HIV transmission. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution encourages reducing cost barriers and supporting programs to expand access to PrEP for uninsured and low-income individuals. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Young adults represent a significant portion of individuals who benefit from increased awareness and access to PrEP for HIV prevention.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people? — Supporting PrEP access and awareness positively impacts health outcomes within communities disproportionately affected by HIV, including LGBTQ individuals. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution acknowledges significant disparities in PrEP uptake and encourages strategies to address access issues in high-risk populations. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Improving health access and reducing the medical and financial burden of HIV transmission can assist vulnerable populations.
- 10/29/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 10/5/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 10/1/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 5 Cosponsors added.
Don BaconRepublican · Nebraska
Yvette ClarkeDemocrat · New York
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Robin KellyDemocrat · Illinois
Kevin MullinDemocrat · California
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Mike QuigleyDemocrat · Illinois
Emily RandallDemocrat · Washington
Mark TakanoDemocrat · California
Maxine WatersDemocrat · California
Bonnie Watson ColemanDemocrat · New Jersey