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Introduced
10/19/2023
10/19/2023
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
To increase access to disposable menstrual products
AI Summary
This bill aims to increase access to disposable menstrual products for individuals in temporary housing assistance, primary and secondary schools, and correctional facilities. It requires these entities to provide disposable menstrual products, such as sanitary napkins and tampons, at no cost to menstruating individuals and in a manner that minimizes stigmatization. The bill also mandates the Massachusetts Department of Education to report annually on the costs associated with providing these products in schools.
Sponsors (29)
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),
Pat Jehlen (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),
Other Sponsors (1)
Senate Committee on Ways and Means (Senate)
Last Action
Reprinted, as amended, see S2491 (on 10/26/2023)
Bill Topics
Education
- ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
Health
- ‐ Other Health
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Prisons and Correctional Institutions
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2481 | 10/19/2023 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2481.pdf | 10/19/2023 |
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