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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.
Making Our Children Healthy Again
On Sept. 9, the Presidential Commission to MAHA released its strategy with more than 120 initiatives to reverse 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.
Find more details about how MAHA legislation is making a difference across the nation.
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Maine
LD 1234 - Ban Cellular Phones in School
Signed on by Governor Janet MillsRequires all Maine school boards to adopt policies by August 1, 2026, regulating student use of phones during the school day.
Sponsors:Rep. Richard Campbell (R)
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Texas
SB 541 - Cottage Food Expansion
Signed on by Governor Greg AbbottExpands Texas cottage food laws: more homemade goods allowed, higher income cap, wholesale sales, vendor registry, fewer local regs, and clearer rules for labeling, safety, and online sales.
Sponsors:Rep. Lois Kolkhorst (R), Sen. Kevin Sparks (R), Sen. Royce West (D), Rep. Lacey Hull (R)
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Florida
HB 1105 - Restricting Cell Phone Use in Schools
Signed on by Governor Ron DeSantisRestricts student cell phone use statewide, allows exceptions for medical and educational needs, and launches a pilot to study full-day bans in high schools with a report due in 2026.
Sponsors:Rep. Kincart Jonsson
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Nevada
SB 444 - School Electronic Communication Device Discipline
Signed on by Governor Joe LombardoRequires education boards of trustees to implement a progressive scale of disciplinary actions for violations of pre-existing school cell phone ban and expands definitions.
Sponsors:Senate Education Committee
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Texas
SB 314 - Ban on Certain Additives in School Meals
Signed on by Governor Greg AbbottGovernor Greg Abbott signed a Senate bill prohibiting certain food additives in free and subsidized school meals.
Sponsors:Sen. Bryan Hughes (R), Sen. Carol Alvarado (D), Sen. Molly Cook (D), Sen. Bob Hall (R), Sen. Borris Miles (D), Sen. Royce West (D), Rep. Caroline Harris Davila (R)
MAHA Around the Globe
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