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Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-1323| House 
| Updated: 5/22/2026
Grace Meng

Grace Meng

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (19)
Ritchie Torres (Democratic)Jennifer L. McClellan (Democratic)Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Debbie Dingell (Democratic)Melanie A. Stansbury (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Jasmine Crockett (Democratic)Gregory W. Meeks (Democratic)LaMonica McIver (Democratic)Sydney Kamlager-Dove (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Bonnie Watson Coleman (Democratic)Julia Brownley (Democratic)Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)Jesús G. "Chuy" García (Democratic)Gwen Moore (Democratic)Rashida Tlaib (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee, Education and Workforce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution aims to recognize the profound impact that the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and all people who menstruate. It expresses strong support for the designation of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month" to address these critical issues. The resolution highlights that menstrual health is an integral part of overall well-being and is intrinsically linked to human dignity, affecting rights such as education and freedom from discrimination. The proposed "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month" seeks to achieve several key goals. These include normalizing menstruation as a healthy biological process, eliminating period stigma, and educating young people about menstrual health management. It also aims to support the development of new standards for menstrual health education and care, while improving access to treatment and information for conditions like dysmenorrhea, fibroids, and endometriosis. Furthermore, the resolution acknowledges the vital importance of ensuring access to appropriate menstrual products and safe, private sanitation facilities in both schools and workplaces. It emphasizes promoting health equity by addressing negative stigmas and expanding clinical research and education on various menstrual health conditions, including menopause. Ultimately, the resolution frames investment in menstrual health as an investment in gender equity and economic empowerment.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1248
Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-351
Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".
May 22, 2026
Submitted in House
May 22, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1248
    Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-351
    Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".


  • May 22, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • May 22, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-1323| House 
| Updated: 5/22/2026
This resolution aims to recognize the profound impact that the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and all people who menstruate. It expresses strong support for the designation of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month" to address these critical issues. The resolution highlights that menstrual health is an integral part of overall well-being and is intrinsically linked to human dignity, affecting rights such as education and freedom from discrimination. The proposed "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month" seeks to achieve several key goals. These include normalizing menstruation as a healthy biological process, eliminating period stigma, and educating young people about menstrual health management. It also aims to support the development of new standards for menstrual health education and care, while improving access to treatment and information for conditions like dysmenorrhea, fibroids, and endometriosis. Furthermore, the resolution acknowledges the vital importance of ensuring access to appropriate menstrual products and safe, private sanitation facilities in both schools and workplaces. It emphasizes promoting health equity by addressing negative stigmas and expanding clinical research and education on various menstrual health conditions, including menopause. Ultimately, the resolution frames investment in menstrual health as an investment in gender equity and economic empowerment.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1248
Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-351
Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".
May 22, 2026
Submitted in House
May 22, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1248
    Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-351
    Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".


  • May 22, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • May 22, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Grace Meng

Grace Meng

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (19)
Ritchie Torres (Democratic)Jennifer L. McClellan (Democratic)Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Debbie Dingell (Democratic)Melanie A. Stansbury (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Jasmine Crockett (Democratic)Gregory W. Meeks (Democratic)LaMonica McIver (Democratic)Sydney Kamlager-Dove (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Bonnie Watson Coleman (Democratic)Julia Brownley (Democratic)Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)Jesús G. "Chuy" García (Democratic)Gwen Moore (Democratic)Rashida Tlaib (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee, Education and Workforce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted