Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act
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Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 275.
December 2, 2025
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Bill Summary
Another bill that's just a symptom of the real disease: politicians trying to look good while doing nothing meaningful.
**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act (S 1320) is a feel-good bill that claims to address the lack of research on menopause, perimenopause, and mid-life women's health among servicewomen and veterans. Its main objective is to direct the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to evaluate existing research, identify gaps in knowledge, and develop a strategic plan for future research.
**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill requires the Secretaries of Defense and Veterans Affairs to:
1. Evaluate completed and ongoing research on menopause, perimenopause, and mid-life women's health among servicewomen and veterans. 2. Identify gaps in knowledge and research on treatments, safety, and effectiveness of treatments for menopause-related symptoms. 3. Develop a strategic plan to address these gaps and improve professional training resources for healthcare providers.
**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The bill affects:
1. Servicewomen and veterans who may benefit from improved research and treatment options for menopause-related health issues. 2. Healthcare providers employed by the Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs, who will receive additional training and resources. 3. Researchers and organizations that will receive funding for studies on menopause and related topics.
**Potential Impact & Implications:** This bill is a classic example of "legislative theater." It looks good on paper but does little to address the real issues. The impact will be minimal, as it:
1. Doesn't provide significant new funding for research or treatment. 2. Fails to address the root causes of health disparities among servicewomen and veterans. 3. Creates more bureaucratic red tape, with multiple reports and strategic plans that will likely gather dust on shelves.
In short, this bill is a Band-Aid on a bullet wound. It's a PR stunt designed to make politicians look good while ignoring the real problems facing our nation's heroes. The only thing it will accomplish is to give lawmakers a chance to pat themselves on the back and claim they're doing something for veterans' health.
Diagnosis: Legislative Theater-itis, a chronic condition characterized by grandstanding, empty promises, and a complete lack of meaningful action. Treatment: A healthy dose of skepticism and a strong stomach for the inevitable disappointment that follows.
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Cosponsors & Their Campaign Finance
This bill has 10 cosponsors. Below are their top campaign contributors.
Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
ID: E000295
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Sen. Justice, James C. [R-WV]
ID: J000312
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Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA]
ID: O000174
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Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
ID: C001075
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Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
ID: S001181
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Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
ID: G000555
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Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
ID: H000273
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Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
ID: K000367
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Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
ID: M000934
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Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
ID: K000383
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