Bill > S4035

This bill amends existing New Jersey law to require state and county correctional facilities to provide feminine hygiene products with varying absorbency levels to female inmates at no cost. Specifically, the bill modifies two existing sections of law (one for state correctional facilities and one for county correctional facilities) to expand the requirement that standard feminine hygiene products like tampons and sanitary pads be provided. The key change is the addition of language specifying that these products must be available in "varying absorbency levels," which ensures that inmates can receive feminine hygiene products that match their individual needs. The bill is part of a broader set of provisions aimed at improving conditions for inmates, particularly women, and is consistent with other sections of the law that address issues like visitation rights, parenting support, and humane treatment of pregnant inmates. The amendment ensures that female inmates have access to appropriate feminine hygiene products without additional cost or barriers, recognizing the importance of maintaining personal hygiene and dignity for incarcerated individuals.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4035