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".

United States119th CongressHRES-372House of Representatives
Updated: May 1, 2025

Summary

This resolution acknowledges the significant impact of menstrual stigmatization on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, emphasizing that menstrual health is an integral part of overall well-being. It expresses strong support for designating the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month" . The core goals of this designation include normalizing menstruation as a healthy biological process, eliminating period stigma, and educating young people about menstrual health management and its effects on physical and mental health. Furthermore, the resolution advocates for the development of new supportive standards for menstrual health education and care, alongside improving access to treatment and information for conditions like dysmenorrhea, fibroids, and endometriosis. It also recognizes the critical importance of ensuring access to appropriate menstrual products and safe, private sanitation facilities in schools and workplaces. Finally, the House supports expanding clinical research and health education on menstrual health conditions to promote health equity and address negative stigmas.

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  2. 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.

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