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House bill mandates federal research into menopause for servicewomen and veterans

Original title: Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act

April 8, 2025

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Where This Stands

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Last action

Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, 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.Apr 8, 2025

Lead sponsor

Blake Moore

Version history

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The Frame

What this does

This bill addresses a documented lack of medical research tailored to the specific physiological needs of women in the military, potentially influencing future healthcare standards and service-connected disability evaluations for female veterans.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Servicewomen

The bill mandates research into their specific health needs regarding menopause.

Female veterans

The bill mandates research into their specific health needs regarding menopause.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

The Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act requires federal health agencies to conduct and expand research specifically focused on the effects of menopause on women serving in the military and female veterans. This measure aims to address gaps in clinical data regarding hormonal health and long-term wellness for these populations.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary goal of this bill?

The bill seeks to increase and formalize medical research regarding the impact of menopause on women who serve or have served in the military.

Who would be affected by this legislation?

The bill directly concerns the healthcare research priorities for current servicewomen and female veterans.

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Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on Veterans' Affairs“The committee to which the bill was referred for consideration.”Map →

organizationCommittee on Armed Services“The committee to which the bill was referred for consideration.”Map →

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