Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".
The resolution highlights the broader implications of menstrual health on rights such as access to education, housing, and safe working conditions. It acknowledges the necessity for adequate resources, education, and facilities for menstrual hygiene management, which are essential for ensuring dignity and health for menstruators. By advocating for better access to menstrual products and sanitary resources, HR372 aims to break down barriers that prevent individuals from fully participating in education and employment due to menstrual stigma.
House Resolution 372 recognizes the significant impact of menstruation stigmatization on women, girls, and menstruating individuals' lives. The resolution expresses support for establishing May as 'National Menstrual Health Awareness Month'. This initiative aims to normalize menstruation as a healthy biological process and to eliminate the stigma associated with it, promoting greater understanding and acceptance within society.
Although HR372 is a resolution rather than a law, it addresses urgent issues surrounding menstrual health that are often overlooked. Notably, the bill raises awareness about systemic issues related to cultural stigmas, access to sanitary products, and insufficient health education targeted at menstrual health. It calls for a societal shift to better respect and accommodate the needs of those who menstruate, creating room for discussion on health equity and gender disparities.