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Introduced
01/25/2019
01/25/2019
In Committee
04/12/2019
04/12/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
101st General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the School Code. Provides that a school district shall make feminine hygiene products available, at no cost to students, in each bathroom of every school building (rather than in bathrooms of school buildings). Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill amends the School Code to require school districts to make feminine hygiene products, such as tampons and sanitary napkins, available at no cost to students in each bathroom of every school building serving students in grades 6 through 12. The bill aims to improve access to these essential healthcare items and prevent students from missing school due to lack of access. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Natalie A. Manley (on 02/18/2020)
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