Bills · HR 7417
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7417Cardiovascular and respiratory healthCongressional oversight
Women’s Heart Health Expansion Act of 2026
INTRO FEB 9· LAST ACTION FEB 9
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because heart disease is a leading cause of death for women in the United States, and many women, especially those with limited financial resources, may not have regular access to preventive care. If this bill becomes law, it ensures continued funding for programs that actively screen women for risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. It also provides crucial health education and connects women to follow-up medical care, which is essential for managing chronic conditions.
Without this bill, the WISEWOMAN program's authorization could expire, potentially leading to a reduction or elimination of these vital heart health services for low-income women. This would mean fewer women would get early screenings and education, potentially leading to worse health outcomes and higher healthcare costs down the line due to preventable conditions. By renewing the program, the bill aims to improve women's health outcomes, particularly in underserved communities, by focusing on early detection and prevention.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Reauthorizes the WISEWOMAN program to provide supplemental grants for preventive health services.
Ensures continued federal support for a program aimed at improving women's heart health.
PROVISION 02
Allows for screenings regarding blood pressure and cholesterol, and health education as part of these preventive services.
Directly addresses key risk factors for heart disease and promotes healthier lifestyles among women.
PROVISION 03
Requires appropriate referrals for medical treatment and follow-up services for women identified with health risks.
Ensures that initial screenings lead to actual care and management of health issues, not just identification.
PROVISION 04
Expands eligibility for services to include women receiving breast and cervical cancer screenings and other low-income women.
Broadens the reach of these crucial heart health services to more women who are at risk.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes $250,000,000 for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to fund the program.
Provides the necessary financial resources to operate and expand the WISEWOMAN program for five years.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 29
D· Ohio
YRS IN OFFICE
13
BILLS LED
23
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 34%
DEM 24 REP 5 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 9
Introduced in House
FEB 9
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7417
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 9, 2026
Last actionFeb 9, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 9, 2026
House BillHR 7417Cardiovascular and respiratory healthCongressional oversight
Women’s Heart Health Expansion Act of 2026
INTRODUCED FEB 9, 2026· LAST ACTION FEB 9, 2026
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
29
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