Anti-Racism in Public Health Act of 2025

# Anti-Racism in Public Health Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Anti-Racism in Public Health Act of 2025 aims to address racial disparities in the U.S. healthcare system. The bill would require the Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to examine how racism affects public health outcomes and implement strategies to reduce health inequities. It would establish new advisory bodies, create funding mechanisms, and require data collection to track health disparities across different racial and ethnic groups. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill would impact federal health agencies, healthcare providers, and communities experiencing health disparities.

Key areas addressed include discrimination in housing and employment that affects health, law enforcement practices, federal Indian health programs, and criminal justice issues as they relate to public health. The bill would also involve congressional oversight of these efforts and potentially affect how federal agencies allocate resources and structure their operations. **Current Status** As of now, S. 1489 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. The bill was sponsored by Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA).