What does Preamble of PREVENT HPV Cancers Act of 2025 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for a public awareness campaign with respect to human papillomavirus, and for other purposes,' aims to amend the Public Health Service Act. The bill intends to establish a public awareness campaign regarding human papillomavirus.

What does SHORT TITLE. of PREVENT HPV Cancers Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Promoting Resources to Expand Vaccination, Education and New Treatments for HPV Cancers Act of 2025.

What does FINDINGS. of PREVENT HPV Cancers Act of 2025 do?

This section outlines findings related to the human papillomavirus (HPV) and its connection to various cancers. Approximately 39,300 cancer cases each year are attributed to HPV, impacting both women and men. Disparities in access to screening contribute to higher rates of HPV-associated cervical cancer among Black and Hispanic women. While cervical cancer rates have decreased in younger women due to vaccination, rates have plateaued or increased in older age groups. Cervical cancer screening has declined, and diagnoses are occurring at more advanced stages. Approximately 70% of oropharyngeal cancers are linked to HPV, and these are more common in men. HPV vaccines are effective in preventing various cancers and other conditions like recurrent respiratory papillomatosis and warts. Vaccination is most effective between ages 9 and 12 but is licensed up to age 45. HPV vaccination rates among adolescents are lower than those for other routine vaccinations. Adolescents in rural areas are less likely to be vaccinated, and health provider recommendations are critical for increasing vaccination rates.

What does HPV CANCER PREVENTION PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGN. of PREVENT HPV Cancers Act of 2025 do?

This section amends the Public Health Service Act to establish an HPV Cancer Prevention Public Awareness Campaign. The Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is tasked with carrying out this national campaign. The campaign aims to increase awareness of HPV vaccination, combat misinformation, and increase vaccination rates. The Secretary must consult with various entities, including the National Academy of Medicine, health care providers, public health associations, and educational organizations. The campaign will utilize evidence-based media, competitive grants, and culturally and linguistically competent resources tailored to specific communities. Resources will be disseminated to healthcare providers, schools, and public health departments. The campaign must coordinate with other federal efforts related to HPV vaccination and cancer screening. Grants will be awarded to State, local, and Tribal public health departments to engage with communities and increase vaccination rates. The campaign may utilize social media, television, radio, print, and other media for information dissemination. The Secretary is required to submit a report to Congress assessing the campaign's impact on HPV-associated cancers by September 30, 2027.

What does BREAST AND CERVICAL CANCER EARLY DETECTION PROGRAM. of PREVENT HPV Cancers Act of 2025 do?

This section amends Section 1510(a) of the Public Health Service Act to provide $275,000,000 for fiscal year 2012 and $300,000,000 for each fiscal year 2026 through 2030. This section amends Section 1501(d) of the Public Health Service Act, changing the year referenced from 2020 to 2030 in both the subsection heading and the body of the section.

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PREVENT HPV Cancers Act of 2025

Last updated: 12/10/2025 · Introduced: 12/10/2025

Author: Kathy Castor (D-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a national public awareness campaign to increase HPV vaccination rates, combat misinformation, and raise awareness of HPV's link to various cancers.
The bill provides $275 million in fiscal year 2025 and $300 million annually from 2026 through 2030 to support breast and cervical cancer early detection programs.
The campaign will utilize evidence-based media, grants, and culturally tailored resources, coordinating with federal efforts and reporting to Congress on its impact.

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