Our Journey towards 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
3 in 4
Three in four Americans are already compromised, quietly living with at least one chronic illness.
One-quarter
One-quarter of the nation's youth are trapped in an escalating epidemic of chronic childhood allergies.
40%
Forty percent of the U.S. population is dangerously close to becoming diabetic or prediabetic.
Take Back Your Health Tour
We have created a nationwide movement. Follow along as Secretary Kennedy’s embarks on a nation‑wide Take Back Your Health Tour to experience firsthand the powerful, grassroots momentum sweeping the country.
Beyond the tour, keep up to date with the state and local legislation driving our bold Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda into real, lasting policy.
Explore the Tour
Select an item below to learn more about MAHA's impact across the country.
State and Topic Filter
Use the drop-down menus to filter the list by state and/or topic of interest.
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Iowa
HF 782 - Student Device Use
Signed on by Governor Kim ReynoldsRequires Iowa schools to adopt policies limiting student use of personal electronic devices during school hours by July, 1, 2025, and revise emergency plans to align with these rules.
Sponsors:House Committee on Education
Topics:Limiting Cell Phones in Schools
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West Virginia
HB 2003 - Distraction-Free Learning
Signed on by Governor Patrick MorrisseyProhibits students from possessing cell phones in the classroom, with certain exemptions.
Sponsors:Del. Roger Hanshaw (R)
Topics:Limiting Cell Phones in Schools
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Arkansas
SB 217 - SNAP Waiver
Signed on by Governor Sarah Huckabee SandersDirects the state to seek a waiver restricting the purchase of soda, fruit, and vegetable drinks with less than 50% natural juice, energy drinks, unhealthy drinks, and candy with SNAP benefits. The waiver request was submitted by Governor Sanders and approved by USDA Secretary Rollins.
Sponsors:Sen. Clint Penzo (R)
Co-Sponsors: Rep. Mary Bentley (R)
Topics:SNAP Waivers and Reforms, Ultra-Processed Foods
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Arkansas
SB 9 - Make Arkansas Healthy Again Act
Signed on by Governor Sarah Huckabee SandersProhibits the manufacture, sale, or distribution of food products that contain potassium bromate or propylparaben, two chemical additives.
Sponsors:Sen. Breanne Davis (R), Rep. Aaron Pilkington (R)
Co-Sponsors: Sen. Clint Penzo (R), Sen. Clarke Tucker (D)
Topics:Ultra-Processed Foods
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Mississippi
HB 913 - Meat Labeling
Signed on by Governor Tate ReevesRequires clear labeling of meat and meat substitutes to prevent consumer confusion. Sets inspection rules, penalties, and labeling standards for schools, retailers, and distributors.
Sponsors:Rep. Vince Mangold (R)
Co-Sponsors: Rep. Lester Carpenter (R), Rep. Jeff Hale (R)
Topics:Lab-Grown Meat, Food Package Labeling
MAHA Around the Globe
We Are Winning
The MAHA agenda has been making strides in combating chronic disease in America. The data is clear. We are improving the lives of our communities and children, and on our way to Make American Healthy Again.
42 States
Forty-two states have implemented legislation advancing the MAHA agenda.
23 Waivers
Twenty-three SNAP food waivers signed, limiting purchase of unhealthy food items.
40%
Forty percent of the U.S. food and beverage industry has committed to removing artificial dyes from their food.
$1.8 Billion
HHS has redirected $1.8 billion per year to combat the childhood chronic disease epidemic.
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.
Making Our Children Healthy Again
Updating the Dietary Guidelines
Strengthening Rural Health
Curbing Psychiatric Overprescribing
Advancing Nutrition Education
Tackling the Autism Epidemic
Lowering Prescription Drug Prices
Overhauling the GRAS Standard
Industry Commitments
Related Initiatives
Eat Real Food
The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans reestablish food—not pharmaceuticals—as the foundation of health and reclaim the food pyramid as a tool for nourishment and education.
Get Active
President Trump and Secretary Kennedy are driving the "Take Back Your Health" initiative to combat chronic disease by encouraging Americans to Get Active, Eat Real Food, and Live Real Life.