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Building a healthier, stronger America
Under the leadership of Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., HHS is taking bold, decisive action to reform America’s food, health, and scientific systems to identify the root causes of the chronic disease epidemic and Make America Healthy Again.
Health Crisis by the Numbers
6 in 10 Americans have at least one chronic disease
1 in 4 American children suffer from allergies
40%of Americans are diabetic or prediabetic
MAHA in action
HHS is advancing President Trump and Secretary Kennedy’s Make America Healthy Again agenda through these bold actions. Click on each item to learn more.
Releasing the MAHA Report
On May 22, the Presidential Commission to MAHA released its assessment report identifying the root causes of the childhood chronic disease crisis.
Removing Petroleum-based Food Dyes
HHS and the FDA are phasing out petroleum-based dyes from America’s food and medications and approving naturally sourced colors.
Overhauling the GRAS Standard
FDA is closing the GRAS loophole that allows untested ingredients and chemicals into the food supply without notice to the FDA or public.
Launching Operation Stork Speed
HHS and the FDA launched Operation Stork Speed to review and expand options for safe, nutritious infant formula for American families.
Investigating the cause of Autism
Autism prevalence has risen to 1 in 31 American children. Secretary Kennedy is taking action to uncover the root causes of this epidemic.
Restoring Trust in Vaccine Safety
HHS reconstituted ACIP to restore public trust in vaccines—prioritizing gold standard science free from conflicts of interest.
Updating the Dietary Guidelines
HHS and USDA will release the Dietary Guidelines for Americans this fall. They will promote MAHA priorities to improve nutrition for Americans.
Reforming SNAP with USDA
HHS and USDA are encouraging states to request SNAP waivers that prioritize wholesome foods over unhealthy items like sugary drinks and candy.
Bringing Radical Transparency
HHS is empowering the public with information on contaminants in foods, terminated HHS contracts, and potential conflicts of interest on committees.
MAHA on the road
Select an item below to learn more about MAHA's impact across the country.
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Oregon
EO 25-09 - Personal Electronic Device Policy for School Districts
Signed on by Governor Tina KotekAims to improve student educational outcomes and mental wellbeing across the state by prohibiting cell student phone use during the school day in Oregon’s K-12 public schools.
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North Carolina
HB 959 - Act to Promote Internet Safety and to Provide Social Media Literacy in Instruction in Schools
Signed on by Governor Josh SteinSponsors:Rep. Hugh Blackwell (R), Rep. Kyle Hall (R), Rep. Brian Biggs (R), Rep. James Dixon (R), Rep. Joe Pike (R)
Requires school boards to implement an Internet Safety policy, provide instruction on the negative effects of social media, and prohibit wireless communication during instructional time.
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Ohio
HB 96, Sec. 3313.753 - School Cell Phone Ban
Signed on by Governor Mike DeWineSponsors:Rep. Brian Stewart (R), Sen. Andrew Brenner (R), Sen. Jerry Cirino (R), Sen. Theresa Gavarone (R), Sen. Terry Johnson (R), Sen. George Lang (R), Sen. Kristina Roegner (R), Sen. Mark Romanchuk (R)
This section requires that by Jan 1, 2026, school boards must adopt a policy banning student cell phone use during the instructional day.
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Vermont
HB 480, Section 17 - Cell Phone and Social Media Use in Schools
Signed on by Governor Phil ScottSponsors:House Committee on Education
Directs the Vermont Secretary of Education to develop a model policy prohibiting student use of cell phones at school from arrival to dismissal, with certain exceptions. Each school board will be required to adopt this policy or a more stringent policy.
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Oklahoma
EO 25-13 - Make Oklahoma Healthy Again (MOHA)
Signed on by Governor Kevin StittThis order directs a review of public health policies ranging from water fluoridation to artificial food dyes. It also establishes the MOHA Advisory Council to promote clean living, physical activity, and preventative health.
MAHA Around the Globe
