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Health Equity for MENA Communities: Better Data, Better Care.

This law officially recognizes people from Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) backgrounds as a racial and ethnic minority group for health purposes. This change aims to ensure they receive better access to health resources and programs, and will lead to a comprehensive study to understand their unique health needs and challenges.
Key points
Individuals from Middle Eastern and North African backgrounds are now officially included as a racial and ethnic minority group in federal health laws.
This inclusion means MENA communities can access health programs and resources previously unavailable to them, designed to address health disparities.
A detailed study will be conducted to gather specific health data on MENA populations, identifying unique health patterns, risks, and conditions.
The study results will be made public, and strong privacy measures will protect personal information collected.
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Print number: 119_HR_6767
Sponsor: Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]
Process start date: 2025-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Health Equity and MENA Community Inclusion Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6767.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals from Middle Eastern and North African backgrounds are now officially included as a racial and ethnic minority group in federal health laws.
  • This inclusion means MENA communities can access health programs and resources previously unavailable to them, designed to address health disparities.
  • A detailed study will be conducted to gather specific health data on MENA populations, identifying unique health patterns, risks, and conditions.
  • The study results will be made public, and strong privacy measures will protect personal information collected.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-15.

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