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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
10/19/2023
10/19/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to increase access to disposable menstrual products. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill aims to increase access to disposable menstrual products, such as sanitary napkins, tampons, and underwear liners, by requiring their provision at no cost to menstruating individuals in certain settings. Specifically, the bill mandates that providers of temporary housing assistance, primary and secondary schools, and correctional facilities must make these products available in a convenient and non-stigmatizing manner to those who need them. The bill defines key terms like "disposable menstrual products" and "menstruating individual" to ensure clarity in its application.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (29)
Pat Jehlen (D)*,
Brian Ashe (D),
Mike Barrett (D),
Brendan Crighton (D),
John Cronin (D),
Manny Cruz (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Lydia Edwards (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Anne Gobi (D),
Adam Gómez (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
John Keenan (D),
Ed Kennedy (D),
Robyn Kennedy (D),
Kathy LaNatra (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Joan Lovely (D),
Paul Mark (D),
Liz Miranda (D),
Mark Montigny (D),
Susan Moran (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Jake Oliveira (D),
Angelo Puppolo (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Tom Stanley (D),
Last Action
New draft substituted, see S2481 (on 10/26/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1381 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1381.pdf |
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