July 15, 2025
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.) joined Congresswomen Shontel Brown (Ohio-11) and Yvette D. Clarke (N.Y.-09) in announcing her support of the Uterine Fibroid Intervention and Gynecological Health Treatment (U-FIGHT) Act and her intention to introduce a Senate companion bill. This legislation is part of a larger legislative package aimed at advancing uterine health initiatives.
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Senator Alsobrooks announced the U-FIGHT Act during a press conference with several lawmakers. This legislation would expand access to early screening, detection, and intervention methods for individuals diagnosed with uterine fibroids.
“For too long, uterine fibroids have plagued women, particularly Black women. We need to invest in research, raise public awareness, and develop programs for early treatment. No woman should have to suffer in silence. Congresswoman Brown has been a leader in this space for years, and I’m proud to join her in this fight,” said Senator Angela Alsobrooks.
“Right now, millions of Black women are suffering constant pain from fibroids and are at an increased risk of uterine cancer – and the federal government is doing very little about it. We need research, we need education and awareness program, and we need improved treatments. So many women have suffered in silence – I was one of them – but the time for silence is over. Now it’s time for action. I am proud to reintroduce the U-FIGHT Act with Senator Alsobrooks, and to work with Congresswoman Clarke on our entire legislative package, because it’s time for women to be heard. Together, this is a comprehensive package addressing a vital women’s health crisis,” said Congresswoman Shontel Brown.
“The U-FIGHT Act supports early detection, education and awareness, and improved treatments for fibroids – improving health care and improving people’s lives. If you’ve suffered from fibroids, you know – it can take over your entire life,” added Brown.
“The health crisis Black women across this nation confront every day will not end unless meaningful, targeted action is taken to do so. Today, my colleagues and I have introduced this legislative package as an unprecedented and historic step towards ensuring those who are at-risk or suffering from fibroids and uterine cancer have the support, resources, and care they need to navigate the painful diagnoses far too many have faced throughout their lives. With these four bills, we are not only putting the uterine health of millions first, but we are also carrying on the torch lit by a long line of lawmakers, advocates, and leaders who refused to stand by while women struggle in silence. I am proud to fight for the health equity they have long been denied but have always deserved,” said Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke.
This morning, Senator Angela Alsobrooks met with Academy Award-winning actress, producer, and author Lupita Nyong’o to detail the U-FIGHT legislation and join forces to ensure this long overdue legislation gets across the finish line.
“In 2014 at the age of 31, I received my uterine fibroid diagnosis and was offered only two options: invasive surgery to remove them or live with the pain. I envision a different future: one with early education for teenagers, better prevention and screening protocols, robust research, and less invasive treatments for uterine fibroids. But transformation begins with understanding, and understanding requires research. I’m grateful to the bill sponsors for leading the way to that future and am committed to supporting this package of legislation,” said Lupita Nyong’o.
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