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H.R. 10520

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To provide for research and improvement of cardiovascular health among the South Asian population of the United States, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
Committee
Latest Action · September 21, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Congress
119th (2025–2027)
Introduced
September 21, 2026
Cosponsors (8)
6D 2R
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This bill, the South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act of 2026, directs the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to award supplemental grants to states to address heart disease in South Asian communities, which have been disproportionately affected by cardiovascular disease. States receiving these grants would use the funds to create culturally tailored educational materials about heart health, support community organizations serving South Asian populations, hold conferences on improving research practices to include more diverse participants, and conduct research on heart disease and related conditions like type 2 diabetes in at-risk populations. The legislation authorizes $2 million per year for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to support these activities. Within two years of enactment, the Secretary of Health and Human Services must report to Congress on the activities funded and data about heart disease prevalence in affected communities. The bill affects South Asian American communities and health organizations working with these populations while establishing a framework to improve cardiovascular research and prevention efforts tailored to their specific health needs.

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