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This bill introduces several key provisions related to menstrual equity in North Carolina. First, it amends the tax code to explicitly define "feminine hygiene products" as including tampons, panty liners, menstrual cups, sanitary napkins, and similar items used during menstruation, distinguishing them from "grooming and hygiene products" like soaps, shampoo, and toiletries. The bill also adds feminine hygiene products to a list of items that may receive special tax treatment. Additionally, the legislation appropriates $750,000 annually from the General Fund to the Department of Public Instruction for a Feminine Hygiene Products Grant Program, which will likely support providing menstrual products in schools. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with the tax-related changes applying to sales made on or after that date. By defining and potentially reducing taxes on menstrual products and providing funding for their distribution, the bill aims to improve access to these essential health items, particularly for students who might otherwise face financial barriers to obtaining them.

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https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H510