MAHA Institute Impact Report
The Movement to Make America Healthy Again
Americans are sicker than ever. But a historic shift is underway. Track the reforms, legislation, and policy wins that are reshaping our nation's health.
America's Health Crisis
A Nation's Health in Decline
The numbers paint an undeniable picture. Despite spending more on healthcare than any nation on earth, Americans are getting sicker every year.
Americans have at least one chronic disease
HHS.gov
Children now diagnosed with autism — up from 1 in 36
CDC / HHS
Of Americans are diabetic or prediabetic
HHS.gov
Of global pharma profits come from overcharging Americans
White House EO 14217
A System Built Against You
How Did We Get Here?
America's health didn't decline by accident. For decades, the systems meant to protect us were quietly captured by the industries they were supposed to regulate.
The GRAS Loophole
Companies were allowed to declare their own ingredients “Generally Recognized as Safe” without FDA review or public notice. Thousands of untested chemicals entered our food supply this way.
Petroleum in Our Food
Synthetic food dyes derived from petroleum have been used in children’s food for decades, while France banned them years ago. The same companies sell dye-free versions overseas.
Conflicts of Interest
Advisory committees that approve drugs and set dietary guidelines were staffed with individuals who had direct financial ties to the companies being regulated.
Regulatory Capture
When Agencies Serve Industry
For decades, the agencies tasked with protecting American health have been quietly co-opted by the very industries they regulate. This systemic capture explains why our food supply, drug approvals, and dietary guidelines have served corporate interests over public health.
A Growing Awareness
Americans Are Demanding Better
Across party lines, from rural communities to major cities, millions of Americans have recognized that the status quo is unacceptable. The demand for transparency, clean food, and honest science has become one of the most powerful grassroots movements in a generation.
This isn't about politics. It's about whether we accept a system that profits from keeping people sick — or whether we build something better.
The MAHA Movement, By The Numbers
Real Progress. Real Impact.
The Make America Healthy Again movement is delivering measurable results across federal policy, state legislation, and food industry reform.
States with MAHA-Aligned Legislation
IFMA / Gov. Bill Lee, Feb 2026
Food Safety Bills Introduced Across States
MultiState, Jan 2026
States Adopting SNAP Healthy Food Waivers
IFMA, Feb 2026
Petroleum-Based Food Dyes Being Phased Out
FDA / HHS, 2025
Initiatives in the MAHA Commission Strategy
HHS, Sept 2025
HHS Contracts Terminated or Restructured
HHS Big Wins / DOGE
In Government Savings Through Reform
HHS Big Wins / DOGE
New Natural Food Colors Approved by FDA
FDA, May 2025
Moving The Needle
Progress Toward Key Goals
74% of states have enacted or introduced MAHA-aligned policy
FDA timeline: Full phase-out by end of 2027
36% of states restricting junk food purchases with SNAP benefits
Strategy released Sept 2025; implementation ongoing across agencies
Year One
Key Milestones
February 14, 2025
Presidential Executive Order
President Trump signs EO 14212 establishing the MAHA Commission to end the childhood chronic disease epidemic.
March 10, 2025
GRAS Overhaul Directed
Secretary Kennedy directs FDA to reform “Generally Recognized as Safe” rules that allowed untested chemicals into food.
March 18, 2025
Operation Stork Speed Launched
First full review of infant formula nutrition standards since 1998, with increased testing for heavy metals.
March 28, 2025
West Virginia: First MAHA State
WV signs the first MAHA bill banning 7 harmful food dyes from school lunches and food products statewide.
April 27, 2025
FDA Announces National Dye Phase-Out
FDA begins national initiative to phase out all petroleum-based food dyes and approve natural alternatives.
May 13, 2025
Most Favored Nation Drug Pricing
President Trump signs EO ensuring Americans pay no more for drugs than other developed nations.
May 27, 2025
MAHA Commission Assessment Released
Landmark report identifies root causes of childhood chronic disease: poor diet, environmental toxins, inactivity, stress, and overmedicalization.
September 9, 2025
Full Strategy with 120+ Initiatives
The “Make Our Children Healthy Again” strategy is released with comprehensive federal action plan.
The Future of American Health Starts Now
The reforms are underway. The movement is growing. Stay informed on policy wins, state legislation, and the latest actions to Make America Healthy Again.