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TN SB0587
TN SB0587AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49 and Title 68, relative to feminine hygiene products.
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Introduced
01/30/2025
01/30/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires the department to establish and administer a pilot program for the placement of hygiene vending machines that dispense feminine hygiene products to students at no cost to the student in women's restrooms or locker rooms in each eligible school selected to participate in the program. - Amends TCA Title 49 and Title 68.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a pilot program administered by the Tennessee Department of Health to provide feminine hygiene products, such as tampons and sanitary napkins, to students at no cost. The program will place hygiene vending machines in women's restrooms or locker rooms in eligible public schools that teach grades five through twelve, have a Title I schoolwide designation, and are operated by a Local Education Agency (LEA), the state, or a charter agreement. The department will select at least two eligible schools from each of Tennessee's grand divisions, prioritizing those with the highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students, and will supply the vending machines and products. The department is also encouraged to collaborate with various organizations and government offices to secure resources and funding for the program, which will begin with the 2025-2026 school year.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk. (on 02/12/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0587&ga=114 |
| Amendment 1-0 to SB0587 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/SA0466.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0466 (11659) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM1427.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - SB0587 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB0587.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB0587.pdf |
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