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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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Mississippi
HB 1006 - Ban on Lab-Grown Meat
Signed onSponsors:Rep. Bill Pigott (R), Rep. Lester Carpenter (R)
Prohibits the maufacture, sale, or distribution of food from cultured animal cells. Effective July, 1, 2025, violations may include fines, jail time, or business license suspension.
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Virginia
HB 1910 - Virginia Healthy Schools Laws
Signed on by Governor Glenn YoungkinSponsors:Del. Hillary Pugh Kent (R), Del. Jonathan Arnold (R), Del. Terry Austin (R), Del. Jason Ballard (R), Del. Mike Cherry (R), Del. Nadarius Clark (D), Del. AC Cordoza (R), Del. Rae Cousins (D), Del. Carrie Coyner (R), Del. Will Davis (R), Del. Karrie Delaney (D), Del. Mark Earley (R), Del. Baxter Ennis (R), Del. Nicholas Freitas (R), Del. Chad Green (R), Del. Tim Griffin (R), Del. Geary Higgins (R), Del. Terry Kilgore (R), Del. Ian Lovejoy (R), Del. Paul Milde (R), Del. James Morefield (R), Del. Delores Oates (R), Del. Chris Obenshain (R), Del. Robert Orrock (R), Del. David Owen (R), Del. Eric Phillips (R), Del. Phillip Scott (R), Del. Anne Ferrell Tata (R), Del. Kim Taylor (R), Del. Wendell Walker (R), Del. Bill Wiley (R), Del. Wren Williams (R), Del. Tony Wilt (R), Del. Scott Wyatt (R), Del. Eric Zehr (R)
Governor Glenn Youngkin signed companion bills prohibiting public schools from serving food made with certain artificial food dyes. Virginia became the second state to institute this synthetic food dye ban to protect children’s health.
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South Dakota
HB 1118 - Lab-Grown Meat Funding Ban
Signed on by Governor Larry RhodenSponsors:Rep. Jana Hunt (R), Sen. Lauren Nelson (R), Rep. Julie Auch (R), Rep. Aaron Aylward (R), Rep. Heather Baxter (R). Rep. John Hughes (R), Rep. Travis Ismay (R), Rep. Dylan Jordan (R), Rep. Scott Moore (R), Rep. Kaley Nolz (R), Rep. Marty Overweg (R), Sen. Carl Perry (R), Sen. Sue Lucas-Peterson (R), Rep. Tony Randolph (R), Rep. John Sjaarda (R)
Prohibits the award or use of state moneys for the research, production, promotion, sale, or distribution of cell-cultured protein.
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Arkansas
SB 142 - Bell To Bell, No Cell Act
Signed on by Governor Sarah Huckabee SandersSponsors:Sen. Tyler Dees (R), Rep. Jon Eubanks (R), Rep. Brian Evans (R), Rep. Nick Burkes (R), Rep. Rebecca Burkes (R), Rep. Cindy Crawford (R), Rep. Hope Duke (R), Rep. Zack Gramlich (R) Rep. Brad Hall (R), Rep. Robin Lundstrum (R), Rep. Mindy McAlindon (R), Rep. Brit McKenzie (R), Rep. Chad Puryear (R), Rep. Scott Richardson (R), Rep. Randy Torres (R), Rep. Kendon Underwood (R), Sen. Bart Hester (R), Sen. Justin Boyd (R), Sen. Breanne Davis (R), Sen. Jane English (R), Sen. Scott Flippo (R), Sen. Ben Gilmore (R),Sen. Kim Hammer (R), Sen. Missy Irvin (R), Sen. Blake Johnson (R), Sen. Mark Johnson (R), Sen. Matt McKee (R), Sen. Reginald Murdock (D), Sen. Jim Petty (R), Sen. Matt Stone (R)
This bill requires public schools to adopt and publish policies limiting student phone use during the school day, with exemptions, to support focus, safety, and academic success.
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California
EO N-1-25 - Ultra-Processed Foods
Signed on by Governor Gavin NewsomThe order directs state agencies to recommend potential actions to limit the harms associated with ultra-processed foods and food ingredients that may pose health risks.
MAHA Around the Globe
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