Bills · HR 6561
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6561Health
PREVENT HPV Cancers Act of 2025
INTRO DEC 10· LAST ACTION DEC 10
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because HPV causes several types of cancer, affecting tens of thousands of Americans each year, and a vaccine exists to prevent many of these cancers. Despite the vaccine's effectiveness, vaccination rates remain lower than other recommended vaccines, and misinformation persists. If this bill becomes law, it could significantly increase public awareness and vaccination rates, potentially preventing future cancer cases and reducing health disparities among specific populations that are currently more vulnerable.
Without this bill, current efforts to promote HPV vaccination might remain fragmented or underfunded, leading to continued low vaccination rates and a higher incidence of preventable cancers. By creating a focused, federally supported campaign with tailored messaging and local outreach, the bill aims to address a critical public health challenge that has direct consequences on the health and lives of individuals across the country.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a national public awareness campaign managed by the CDC to increase HPV vaccination rates and combat misinformation.
This directly addresses the core problem of low vaccination rates and public misunderstanding about the vaccine's benefits and safety.
PROVISION 02
Requires the campaign to develop culturally and linguistically appropriate resources tailored for specific communities.
This aims to effectively reach diverse populations, including those with higher cancer rates or lower vaccination uptake, such as Black and Hispanic women, rural communities, and active-duty service members and veterans.
PROVISION 03
Mandates the dissemination of HPV vaccination information to a wide range of healthcare providers, facilities, schools, and colleges.
Ensures that key trusted sources and institutions are equipped to provide accurate information and encourage vaccination.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes grants or cooperative agreements to State, local, and Tribal public health departments to implement local vaccination strategies.
This provides funding and support for grassroots efforts, allowing for community-specific engagement and improved access to vaccination and screening resources.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 8
D· Florida
YRS IN OFFICE
19
BILLS LED
27
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 50%
DEM 6 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSDEC 10
Introduced in House
DEC 10
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 6561
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedDec 10, 2025
Last actionDec 10, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 10, 2025
House BillHR 6561Health
PREVENT HPV Cancers Act of 2025
INTRODUCED DEC 10, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 10, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
8
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
