119th (2025–2027)
S. 5113
The State of Men's Health Act directs the federal government to study and address health disparities affecting American men. Within one year of enactment, the Government Accountability Office must complete a comprehensive study on men's health and report findings to Congress, including recommendations for federal programs to improve male health outcomes and coordination efforts across government agencies. The bill then requires the Department of Health and Human Services to establish a new Office of Men's Health within 18 months to coordinate programs and activities related to men's health, with particular focus on colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, diabetes, high cholesterol, and mental health screening. The legislation highlights concerning statistics, such as men dying at rates 1.4 times higher than women and comprising nearly 80 percent of suicides despite being half the population. Neither the study nor the new office require additional appropriations, as both must operate using existing federal funds authorized under other laws.