Cory Booker (D-NJ)
Stephanie Tubbs Jones Uterine Fibroid Research and Education Act of 2025
A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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
This bill, known as the ``Stephanie Tubbs Jones Uterine Fibroid Research and Education Act of 2025'', aims to increase research and education regarding uterine fibroids. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to expand and coordinate research programs for the condition. The Act also mandates the creation or expansion of a research database to track Medicaid and CHIP services related to fibroid treatment. Additionally, the bill requires the development of public education programs and outreach to health care providers. It focuses on providing information regarding the prevalence, risks, and various treatment options available.
Yes· 3 of 11
- Scored +8
Would women be better off under this?
The bill directly addresses a major health issue affecting millions of women.
- Scored +7
Does this put more money into medical research?
The act authorizes significant funding to expand and intensify research for uterine fibroids.
- Scored +7
Does this put more money into scientific research?
The bill provides funding specifically for research into the causes and treatments of uterine fibroids.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Expanded Research Capabilities: The Secretary of Health and Human Services is directed to expand, intensify, and coordinate programs for the conduct and support of research regarding uterine fibroids. (Section 3(a))
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Improved Data Tracking for Medicaid/CHIP: The establishment or expansion of a research database will allow for the collection of data on services furnished to individuals diagnosed with uterine fibroids under Medicaid and State child health plans. (Section 4(a))
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Public Awareness and Education: The Secretary will develop and disseminate information to the public regarding the awareness, incidence, and prevalence of uterine fibroids, specifically including information for minority individuals. (Section 5(a)(1))
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Increased Treatment Knowledge: The public education program will include information on the availability of various treatment options for symptomatic uterine fibroids, including non-hysterectomy treatments and procedures. (Section 5(a)(3))
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Support for Evidence-Based Care: The Secretary will work with health care-related specialty societies and health systems to promote evidence-based care, including information on non-hysterectomy drugs and devices. (Section 6(a))
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated 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 directly addresses a major health issue affecting millions of women. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill targets high rates of fibroids and severe symptoms often seen in Black women. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — The bill seeks to improve data and research for various minority groups, including Asian individuals. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill includes research and data collection specifically for Medicaid/CHIP participants. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — The bill addresses a condition prevalent in reproductive-age women.
- Healthcare
- Does this put more money into medical research? — The act authorizes significant funding to expand and intensify research for uterine fibroids. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill promotes better awareness, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment options for uterine fibroids. Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes? — The bill enhances Medicaid/CHIP data tracking and research related to fibroid treatments.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill specifically targets research and education disparities affecting minority groups who are at higher risk. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The bill addresses a significant health issue primarily affecting women's quality of life and reproductive health.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill provides funding specifically for research into the causes and treatments of uterine fibroids.
- 11/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/23/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/16/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/15/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- Introduced in Senate
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