Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act
Congress requires Defense and VA to review menopause research for servicewomen and veterans
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- Congress directs the Defense Department and the Veterans Affairs Department to review what research already exists on menopause and mid-life women’s health for servicewomen and veterans.
- They must identify what’s known, what research is still underway, and what key questions are missing—like which treatments work best and how safe they are.
- The review must also look at whether military service and combat-related exposures (like burn pits and certain chemicals) may affect menopause symptoms and mental health.
- They must check whether military and VA health providers have training on menopause care, and whether servicewomen and veterans can access and use treatments.
- Within 180 days after the bill becomes law, each department must send Congress a report with findings, training recommendations, and a research plan to close the gaps without duplicating other federal work.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 275.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Moran with amendments. Without written report.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with amendments favorably.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 119-86.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act
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