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Introduced
10/26/2023
10/26/2023
In Committee
10/30/2023
10/30/2023
Crossed Over
10/26/2023
10/26/2023
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. It requires providers of temporary housing assistance, such as shelters and domestic violence shelters, to provide disposable menstrual products like sanitary napkins, tampons, and underwear liners at no cost to menstruating individuals. It also mandates that all public elementary and secondary schools provide disposable menstrual products to students at no cost, and that administrators of correctional facilities and detention centers provide these products at no cost to menstruating individuals held or housed in their facilities. The bill seeks to ensure that menstruating individuals have access to necessary hygiene products, regardless of their living situation or housing status.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
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
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2491 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2491.pdf |
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