Healthcare (Women's Health)

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 2531: Uterine Fibroid Intervention and Gynecological Health Treatment Act of 2025

This bill directs the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to fund research on early detection and treatment of uterine fibroids (non-cancerous uterine tumors) and to award grants to states. The grants will support state programs that increase early detection through screening (like advanced imaging), patient navigation services, public education campaigns, and implementing research-backed strategies. It also requires additional research on disparities in pain management during fibroid surgery and conditions like Asherman’s Syndrome. States receiving grants must report on program outcomes and research findings to Congress every two years. The bill directly affects healthcare systems, providers, and patients - particularly those facing disparities in gynecological care - by expanding access to early detection services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds HHS research on uterine fibroid detection/treatment and awards state grants for screening, patient navigation, and public education, directly advancing healthcare access and addressing health disparities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SCONRES 28: A concurrent resolution expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2026, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

This concurrent resolution formally recognizes March 10, 2026, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day" to honor abortion providers and staff for their work in delivering essential reproductive care. It highlights their courage amid challenges including clinic closures, safety threats, and increased harassment following the Dobbs decision. The resolution symbolically affirms Congress's support for providers' safety and patients' access to abortion care, without creating new legal requirements or affecting any individuals directly. (1 sentence; procedural resolution)

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill symbolically affirms support for abortion providers and patient access to reproductive healthcare, aligning with 'protecting patient rights' and 'improving access' indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2025

HR 4406: State-Based Universal Health Care Act of 2025

This bill would allow states to create their own universal health care systems by applying for waivers that replace federal health programs with state-based coverage. States would need to demonstrate they can cover at least 95% of residents within 5 years, maintain comparable benefits and affordability, and provide comprehensive coverage including reproductive health services. The federal government would redirect funds that would have gone to federal programs like Medicaid and Medicare to the states, with states required to submit regular reports on coverage progress and costs. The bill includes specific protections for Indian health care providers and ensures coverage for vulnerable populations without imposing new costs on them. This framework would apply to states that choose to implement their own universal health care system rather than relying on existing federal programs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables state universal healthcare systems requiring 95% coverage, comprehensive benefits including reproductive health, and redirects federal funds to expand coverage beyond current programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Medicare Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 23, 2025

S 2408: Access to Fertility Treatment and Care Act

This bill would require health insurance plans that cover obstetrical services to also cover fertility treatment, including procedures like in vitro fertilization, artificial insemination, embryo preservation, and related medications. It applies to private insurance plans, federal employee health benefits, TRICARE, VA benefits, Medicaid programs, and Medicare. The law mandates coverage regardless of whether a patient has been diagnosed with infertility, prohibits cost-sharing exceeding what's applied to other medical services, and requires plans to provide clear notice about the coverage to participants. The goal is to make fertility treatment more accessible and affordable for people who need it.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for fertility treatments, expanding access to reproductive healthcare services under multiple insurance programs including Medicaid and Medicare.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly mandates VA benefits to cover fertility treatments, expanding veteran healthcare access beyond current coverage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Jan 24, 2025

HRES 65: Reaffirming the freedom to decide and expressing continued support for medication abortion access.

HRES 65 is a non-binding House resolution affirming existing medication abortion access and addressing concerns about the Comstock Act. It specifically references a December 2022 Department of Justice memo confirming that federal law does not prohibit mailing abortion medications like mifepristone when sent without intent to violate the law. The resolution condemns restrictions on reproductive health care access, including medication abortion, and rejects efforts to misuse the Comstock Act to threaten such services. As a symbolic statement (not new legislation), it expresses congressional support for current legal access to medication abortion without creating new policy changes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAffirms medication abortion access, protects reproductive healthcare rights, condemns restrictions on access per resolution text.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 1, 2025

S 1239: Convenient Contraception Act

This bill requires group health plans and individual health insurance plans to cover a full year's supply (up to 365 days) of contraceptives without any cost-sharing (like copays or deductibles), for any contraceptive already mandated by law. It directly affects individuals enrolled in these health plans who use prescribed contraceptives, ensuring they can access a full year's supply in one transaction. The key provision eliminates cost barriers for a 365-day supply, applying to all contraceptives covered under existing law. The requirement takes effect for plan years starting January 1, 2026, and includes a requirement for federal agencies to inform enrollees and providers about the new coverage rules.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEliminates cost barriers for contraceptive coverage under insurance plans, expanding access to essential health services without restricting benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 1830: Right to Treat Act

S 1830, the Right to Treat Act, prohibits federal agencies like the FDA from regulating the practice of medicine and bans restrictions on prescribing FDA-approved drugs for unapproved uses. It directly affects doctors, patients, and pharmaceutical companies by removing federal barriers to off-label drug prescriptions. The bill explicitly excludes federal laws related to abortion, assisted suicide, euthanasia, or gender transition medical interventions from its scope. This is a procedural change to federal regulatory authority, not a new program or funding measure.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves federal barriers to off-label drug prescriptions, increasing physician flexibility and patient access to treatments without FDA restrictions.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 9, 2025

HRES 685: Expressing support for testing for antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) as a standard part of prenatal screening, and for other purposes.

HRES 685 is a non-binding resolution expressing support for adding antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) testing to standard prenatal screening. APS is an immune condition causing blood clots that can lead to miscarriages and stillbirths, currently not tested for routinely despite causing about 15% of recurrent pregnancy losses. The resolution urges medical associations to update guidelines to recommend APS testing as standard during prenatal care, rather than only for women with specific histories of pregnancy loss. It does not change current medical practice but advocates for updated recommendations to potentially prevent pregnancy complications.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePromotes standard APS testing in prenatal care to prevent pregnancy loss, enhancing preventive healthcare access and patient outcomes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Mar 10, 2025

HCONRES 18: Expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2025, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

HCONRES 18 is a symbolic resolution designating March 10, 2025, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day." It expresses congressional support for abortion providers and clinic staff who deliver care amid heightened challenges following the Dobbs decision. The resolution acknowledges the risks providers face, including harassment and violence, and celebrates their role in ensuring patient access to abortion care. It does not create new laws, funding, or policy changes - it solely serves as a formal expression of appreciation for providers' work.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe resolution explicitly expresses congressional support for abortion providers and clinic staff, acknowledging their role in ensuring patient access to abortion care - a healthcare service. It celebrates their work amid challenges, directly adva...95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SCONRES 9: A concurrent resolution expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2025, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

SCONRES 9 is a symbolic congressional resolution expressing support for recognizing March 10, 2025, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day." It honors abortion providers and staff for their work amid increased challenges following the Dobbs decision, which overturned Roe v. Wade. The resolution specifically acknowledges the risks providers face, including harassment and clinic closures, and affirms Congress’s commitment to their safety and patients’ access to abortion care. As a non-binding statement, it does not create new policy but publicly recognizes the contributions of providers in a landscape of restrictive abortion laws.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHonors abortion providers and affirms access to abortion care, aligning with protecting patient access in healthcare services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care Women's Health

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