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David Scott and Yvette Clarke File Health Legislation Supporting Millions of Women Impacted by Uterine Fibroids

Washington, July 15, 2025

WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13) and Yvette D. Clarke (NY-9) reintroduced their resolution recognizing the month of July as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month. The healthcare measure is meant to bring national attention to one of the most common, yet overlooked, reproductive health conditions impacting as many as 26 million women in the United States.

“The journey to secure vital federal support for uterine fibroid research and education stretches back decades—it has been a worthwhile fight that continues to this day,” said Congressman David Scott. “Designating the month of July as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month is an important step to end the secrecy and misinformation on a condition that affects 26 million American women. This resolution will ensure that Congress is taking women’s health issues seriously. It is also a commitment to provide women with empowering knowledge and resources so they can make informed decisions about their health and well-being. Each July, we fight for women who are told that debilitating pain, pre-term labor complications, and fertility struggles are just part of life. We must break the silence around uterine fibroids today.”

Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous tumors that impact millions of women, often resulting in debilitating symptoms, complications during pregnancy, and long-term health consequences. Decades of medical research shows that African American and Latina women are disproportionately impacted by uterine fibroids, facing significantly higher rates of hospitalization, delayed diagnoses, and limited access to specialized care.

In addition to supporting the goals of Designating July as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month, the resolution:

  • Recognizes disparities in incidence rates for Black and Hispanic women,
  • Calls for increased research, treatment, and care options for uterine leiomyoma, and
  • Encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling upon the country to observe Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month with educational activities.

With the introduction of this resolution, Congressman Scott and Congresswoman Clarke reaffirm their continued commitment to health equity and maternal health, especially for women of color who overwhelmingly face barriers to medical care.

Full text of the resolution can be accessed HERE.