Recognizing community water fluoridation as a safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health.

House Resolution

H.Res. 1087

119th Congress

Recognizing community water fluoridation as a safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health.

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Introduced:Feb 26, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Lois Frankel

D - FL

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Summary

This resolution formally recognizes water fluoridation—the practice of adding fluoride to public drinking water—as a safe and effective way to prevent tooth decay. While not creating new laws, it represents Congress's official endorsement of a public health practice that has been used in American communities for over 75 years to improve dental health, particularly for children and lower-income families who may lack access to regular dental care.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Introduced2/26/2026

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Recognizing community water fluoridation as a safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health.

This resolution formally recognizes water fluoridation—the practice of adding fluoride to public drinking water—as a safe and effective way to prevent tooth decay. While not creating new laws, it represents Congress's official endorsement of a public health pr

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This resolution formally recognizes water fluoridation—the practice of adding fluoride to public drinking water—as a safe and effective way to prevent tooth decay. While not creating new laws, it represents Congress's official endorsement of a public health practice that has been used in American communities for over 75 years to improve dental health, particularly for children and lower-income families who may lack access to regular dental care.

Bill Number: 1087
Introduced: 2/26/2026
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Title: Recognizing community water fluoridation as a safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health.
Bill Number: 1087
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced: 2/26/2026
Summary: This resolution formally recognizes water fluoridation—the practice of adding fluoride to public drinking water—as a safe and effective way to prevent tooth decay. While not creating new laws, it represents Congress's official endorsement of a public health practice that has been used in American co

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution formally recognizes water fluoridation—the practice of adding fluoride to public drinking water—as a safe and effective way to prevent tooth decay. While not creating new laws, it represents Congress's official endorsement of a public health practice that has been used in American communities for over 75 years to improve dental health, particularly for children and lower-income families who may lack access to regular dental care.

Last updated: 2/27/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Affirms Congressional support for adding fluoride to community water systems as a public health measure to reduce cavities and tooth decay
Does not mandate fluoridation or change any existing laws—it's a symbolic resolution expressing the House's position on the practice
Addresses ongoing public debate about water fluoridation by formally backing scientific consensus on its safety and effectiveness
Supports a practice that has historically helped reduce dental health disparities between wealthy and low-income communities

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This resolution has no direct legal impact on Americans' daily lives since it doesn't change any laws or funding. However, it may influence local community debates about whether to continue or start fluoridating water systems, potentially affecting the dental health of millions of Americans—especially children and families who cannot afford regular dental care. The resolution's passage could provide political cover for local governments considering fluoridation programs.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

1087, 119th Congress (2026). "Recognizing community water fluoridation as a safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hres-1087

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