H.R. 5480: Make America's Youth Healthy Again Act of 2025

The bill known as the "Make America's Youth Healthy Again Act of 2025" aims to establish a new advisory body known as the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition. This Council will play a key role in promoting and improving the health and fitness of young Americans. Here are the main points of what the bill entails:

Establishment of the Council

The bill establishes the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, which will consist of up to 30 members appointed by the President of the United States. Members will serve two-year terms and can be reappointed. The President also has the authority to designate a Chair or Vice Chair for the Council from its members.

Functions of the Council

The primary functions of the Council will include:

• Advising the President: The Council will offer advice on the progress of the initiatives aimed at improving youth health and fitness.
• Making Recommendations: It will provide recommendations on several key areas such as:
• Re-establishing the Presidential Fitness Test with possible improvements as a measure for a Presidential Fitness Award.
• Promoting school-based programs that recognize excellence in physical education.
• Expanding opportunities for youth sports participation and physical fitness at various levels.
• Setting innovative fitness goals for American youth to foster healthier lifestyles.
• Elevating campaigns that celebrate American sports and military readiness.
• Collaborating with organizations and figures in sports to inspire active lifestyles.
• Addressing challenges such as childhood obesity and sedentary lifestyles that threaten national readiness.

Administration and Support

The bill also outlines how the Council will be supported and managed:

• Executive departments and agencies will provide necessary information and assistance to the Council as needed.
• Although Council members will serve without pay, they may receive reimbursements for travel and certain expenses.
• The Secretary of Health and Human Services will provide funding and administrative support for the Council’s activities.
• The Council has the option to form subcommittees to assist in its functions with the President's approval.
• Upon establishment, the Council will modify the existing seal of the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports to reflect its new name.
• The Secretary of Health and Human Services will handle any applicable functions under the Federal Advisory Committee Act.

Termination of the Council

The Council is set to terminate two years after the enactment of the bill unless the President decides to extend its term.

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