Bill > S2275

This bill, named the "Stephanie Tubbs Jones Uterine Fibroid Research and Education Act of 2025," addresses the significant health challenges posed by uterine fibroids, a condition affecting a large portion of women, particularly women of color. The bill provides for expanded research, education, and information dissemination about uterine fibroids through several key provisions: First, it directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to expand and coordinate research on uterine fibroids, with $30 million authorized for funding from 2026 to 2030. Second, the bill mandates research into Medicaid coverage for fibroid treatments, requiring a comprehensive report on federal and state expenditures within two years of enactment. Third, it establishes a public education program to raise awareness about fibroid incidence, risks (especially for minority populations), and available treatment options. Fourth, the bill requires collaboration with healthcare providers and medical societies to promote evidence-based care and inform them about treatment options, with a specific focus on non-hysterectomy treatments. The legislation acknowledges the significant personal and economic impact of uterine fibroids, noting that they affect up to 77% of women before menopause, can cause severe symptoms, and result in billions of dollars in annual healthcare and productivity costs, while currently receiving minimal research funding.

Health and Social Services

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2275/all-info