arrow_back Back to App

Menopause Awareness Month: Boosting Research and Access to Care.

The US Senate supports designating October 2025 as World Menopause Awareness Month. This resolution encourages federal agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services, to increase clinical research, update treatment information, and ensure better education for healthcare workers. The goal is to improve the quality of life and health outcomes for women during and after the menopausal transition, recognizing its impact on professional productivity.
Key points
Federal authorities are encouraged to conduct additional research on menopause and available clinical treatment options to improve women's quality of life.
Support for including menopause training in the curricula for future healthcare providers, aiming for better quality of care.
Recognition of menopause's impact on the economy and women's productivity (estimated $1.8 billion in annual lost working time).
article Official text account_balance Process page
Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_480
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2025-10-30
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-2025
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing support for the recognition of October 2025 as "World Menopause Awareness Month," and expressing the sense of the Senate regarding global awareness and access to care during the menopausal transition and post-menopause.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_480.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-10-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal authorities are encouraged to conduct additional research on menopause and available clinical treatment options to improve women's quality of life.
  • Support for including menopause training in the curricula for future healthcare providers, aiming for better quality of care.
  • Recognition of menopause's impact on the economy and women's productivity (estimated $1.8 billion in annual lost working time).
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 Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

CATEGORIES

Health Labor