New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A1937

Introduced
1/11/22  

Caption

Requires certain public schools to advertise availability of free menstrual hygiene products.

Impact

If enacted, AB A1937 would have a significant impact on state laws concerning health education and student welfare. By requiring public schools to advertise the availability of free menstrual hygiene products, the bill seeks to address issues related to menstrual equity, ensuring that all students, regardless of their socio-economic status, have access to necessary hygiene resources. This act recognizes the importance of menstrual health in the educational environment, thereby promoting a more conducive atmosphere for learning.

Summary

Assembly Bill A1937, also known as the Menstrual Hygiene Products Act, aims to improve access to menstrual hygiene products for students in public schools across New Jersey. The bill mandates that any public school providing these products free of charge must prominently display information regarding their availability throughout the school premises. This includes essential locations such as the school nurse's office, bathrooms, and locker rooms, ensuring that all students are aware of the free resources available to them.

Contention

There may be points of contention regarding the implementation costs and logistics of displaying this information effectively. Some legislators and community members might question the financial implications for schools already facing budget constraints. Additionally, discussions may arise around how best to educate students about the availability of these products without adding stigma or discomfort to the topic of menstrual health. Advocacy for menstrual health may not face substantial opposition, but logistical concerns could spark debate among stakeholders.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NJ A2317

Requires certain public schools to advertise availability of free menstrual hygiene products.

NJ H0389

Menstrual Hygiene Products in Public Schools

NJ A1999

Requires certain libraries to provide free menstrual hygiene products and requires State to pay costs.

NJ A4528

Requires certain libraries to provide free menstrual hygiene products and requires State to pay costs.

NJ S2683

Requires certain libraries to provide free menstrual hygiene products and requires State to pay costs.

NJ HB1219

"McElroy-Brown Hygiene and Menstrual Care Access Act; enact to establish program to provide students access to free hygiene and menstrual care products.

NJ H0175

Menstrual Hygiene Products in Public Schools

NJ A3213

Requires school districts to provide menstrual products in all school buildings.

NJ A4559

Requires school districts to provide menstrual products for students in grades kindergarten through 12.

NJ A2008

Requires school districts to provide menstrual products for students in grades kindergarten through 12.

Similar Bills

CA AB367

Menstrual products.

CA AB230

Menstrual products: Menstrual Equity for All Act of 2021.

NJ S3643

Requires ingredients of menstrual products to be listed on package.

NJ A2437

Requires ingredients of menstrual products to be listed on package.

CA SB59

Battery electric vehicles: bidirectional capability.

HI SB2821

Relating To Menstrual Equality.

CA AB246

Product safety: menstrual products: perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

HI HB2249

Relating To Menstrual Equality.