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Introduced
01/15/2020
01/15/2020
In Committee
01/15/2020
01/15/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Concerning disposable menstrual products in schools
AI Summary
This bill requires all public elementary and secondary schools in Massachusetts serving grades 6 through 12 to provide disposable menstrual products, such as tampons and sanitary napkins, in the school restrooms at no charge to students. The schools must make these products available in a convenient manner that does not stigmatize any student seeking them. The bill also allows for adjustments to the amount of products provided based on utilization. The bill will take effect on August 1, 2020.
Sponsors (9)
Ruth Balser (D),
Mindy Domb (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Dylan Fernandes (D),
Kevin Honan (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Maria Robinson (D),
Jeff Roy (D),
Susannah Whipps (I),
Other Sponsors (1)
Committee on Education (Joint)
Last Action
Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading (on 02/24/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4293 | 01/16/2020 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4293.pdf | 01/16/2020 |
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