hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Reauthorizes program for women's preventive heart health screenings.
Rep. Beatty (D-OH) and bipartisan co-sponsors.
Introduced in House, awaiting committee review.
This bill, sponsored by Rep. Joyce Beatty, a Democrat from Ohio, aims to continue funding for the WISEWOMAN program. This program offers heart disease and stroke prevention services, like blood pressure and cholesterol screenings, to low-income women. As an introduced bill, it needs to pass through various legislative stages to become law.
Introduced Feb 9, 2026
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 9, 2026, and referred to the House Energy and Commerce Committee. For it to become law, it must pass both the House and Senate, and then be signed by the President. Committee review is the next step in the legislative process.
If this bill passes, women who are low-income and those already receiving breast and cervical cancer screenings could continue to access free services for heart disease and stroke prevention. This includes screenings for blood pressure and cholesterol, health education, and referrals for medical treatment, ensuring continuity of care. The bill authorizes $250 million from 2027 to 2031 to fund these programs.
Supporters Say
Supporters would argue it saves lives and healthcare costs by preventing chronic diseases in vulnerable populations.
Critics Say
Critics might question the cost or effectiveness of specific programs, or overall government spending.
Supporters emphasize that the WISEWOMAN program is crucial for early detection and prevention of heart disease and stroke, particularly for low-income women who might otherwise lack access to these vital services. They point to the long-term health benefits and potential reduction in emergency care costs. While reauthorization of established programs often garners bipartisan support, some might still raise concerns about federal expenditures or advocate for different public health funding strategies.