Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".
Menstrual Health: National Awareness Month
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and has been sent to two House committees for review. It is not yet scheduled for a vote and is waiting for further action from these committees. There is no companion bill at this time.
Legislative Progress
Simple resolutions like this often stay in committee and are used to make a statement rather than change laws. While it has many supporters, it is not a high-priority legislative item.
Key Points
- This resolution asks the House of Representatives to officially name May as National Menstrual Health Awareness Month. It aims to treat menstruation as a normal part of health and get rid of the shame or embarrassment often linked to it.
- The plan focuses on teaching young people about how periods affect their physical and mental health. It also calls for better access to period products and clean, private bathrooms in schools and workplaces.
- It highlights the need for more medical research into conditions like endometriosis and fibroids. These health issues affect millions of women but often do not get enough funding or attention from scientists.
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Milestones
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".
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