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US HRes175
US HRes175Recognizing the seriousness of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and expressing support for the designation of the month of September as "PCOS Awareness Month".
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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
Recognizing the seriousness of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and expressing support for the designation of the month of September as "PCOS Awareness Month".
AI Summary
This resolution recognizes polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) as a significant health issue affecting 5-10 million women in the United States, characterized by hormonal imbalances with complex symptoms including infertility, irregular menstrual periods, acne, weight gain, and potential mental health challenges. The resolution highlights the serious health risks associated with PCOS, such as increased chances of developing type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and various cancers, and notes that approximately 50% of women with PCOS remain undiagnosed. The House of Representatives aims to increase awareness about PCOS, support PCOS Awareness Month in September, improve diagnosis and treatment, disseminate critical information about the disorder and its potential comorbidities, and encourage further medical research to enhance understanding and care for women and girls affected by this condition. Additionally, the resolution calls for advancing medical knowledge, supporting women and girls with PCOS, and urging states and territories to recognize the importance of PCOS awareness and research.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (45)
David Scott (D)*,
Don Bacon (R),
Nanette Barragán (D),
Brendan Boyle (D),
Julia Brownley (D),
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D),
Judy Chu (D),
Gil Cisneros (D),
Yvette Clarke (D),
Steve Cohen (D),
Gerry Connolly (D),
Danny Davis (D),
Madeleine Dean (D),
Suzan DelBene (D),
Brian Fitzpatrick (R),
Bill Foster (D),
Jahana Hayes (D),
Jim Himes (D),
Hank Johnson (D),
John Larson (D),
Stephen Lynch (D),
Doris Matsui (D),
Sarah McBride (D),
Betty McCollum (D),
LaMonica McIver (D),
Grace Meng (D),
Gwen Moore (D),
Kevin Mullin (D),
Jerry Nadler (D),
Eleanor Holmes Norton (D),
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D),
Jimmy Panetta (D),
Scott Peters (D),
Mark Pocan (D),
Ayanna Pressley (D),
Deborah Ross (D),
Mary Gay Scanlon (D),
Jan Schakowsky (D),
Terri Sewell (D),
Melanie Stansbury (D),
Dina Titus (D),
Paul Tonko (D),
Nydia Velázquez (D),
Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D),
Bonnie Watson Coleman (D),
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (on 02/27/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/175/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hres175/BILLS-119hres175ih.pdf |
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