S 4246 United States Senate · 118th Congress

Advancing Menopause Care and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act

This bill establishes a comprehensive federal approach to improving care for women experiencing menopause and mid-life health challenges. It authorizes $25 million annually for NIH research on menopause symptoms and health impacts, $10 million for public health promotion activities, $10 million for awareness and education programs, and $10 million for training health professionals. The legislation creates Centers of Excellence in menopause care, funds evidence-based resources for health providers, and requires annual reports to Congress on progress and barriers to care. These provisions directly affect mid-life women, health care providers, medical training programs, and public health departments across the country. The bill aims to improve early detection, treatment, and management of menopausal symptoms and related chronic conditions through coordinated research, education, and care initiatives.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced May 2, 2024 Last action May 2, 2024