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US HR4475

US HR4475
Period PROUD (Providing Resources for Our Underserved and Disadvantaged) Act of 2023


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Introduced
07/06/2023
In Committee
12/17/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To provide targeted funding for States and other eligible entities through the Social Services Block Grant program to increase the availability of menstrual products for individuals with limited access to such products.

AI Summary

This bill, the Period PROUD (Providing Resources for Our Underserved and Disadvantaged) Act of 2023, aims to provide targeted funding through the Social Services Block Grant program to increase the availability of menstrual products for individuals with limited access. The bill allocates $200 million per year from 2023 to 2028 to be distributed to eligible entities, such as state or local governments and nonprofit organizations, to purchase and distribute menstrual products, integrate these efforts with other assistance programs, and provide training or technical assistance. The bill also requires an evaluation of the program's effectiveness and the development of best practices for discussing menstruation with students.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (28)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. (on 12/17/2024)

Bill Topics

Health
  • ‐ General Health
Social Welfare
  • ‐ Poverty and Assistance for Low-Income Families
  • ‐ Social Services and Volunteer Associations

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4475/all-info 07/07/2023
BillText https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr4475/BILLS-118hr4475ih.pdf 08/04/2023
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