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Our journey toward 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
25% of American children suffer from allergies
130+ millionAmericans 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
Secretary Kennedy and the FDA took action to phase out petroleum-based dyes from America’s food and medications and approve 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
Secretary Kennedy 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 soon release the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines, which 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.
Find more details about how MAHA State Actions are making a difference across the nation
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Delaware
SB 69 - Ban on Red Dye 40 in School Foods
Signed on by Governor Matt Meyer -
Florida
SB 700 - Florida Bans Fluoride in Drinking Water
Signed on by Governor Ron DeSantis -
Louisiana
EO-25-052 - SNAP Waiver
Signed on by Governor Jeff Landry -
Arkansas
SB 217 - SNAP Waiver
Signed on by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders -
Arkansas
SB 9 - Make Arkansas Healthy Again Act
Signed on by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders
MAHA Around the Globe
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