Requires public institutions of higher education to provide lactation rooms and menstrual products free of charge
This bill requires public institutions of higher education in the state to provide lactation rooms and menstrual products free of charge starting July 1, 2025. The law defines specific standards for lactation rooms, mandating features like privacy, ventilation, and access to water and electricity for nursing mothers. Additionally, it instructs campuses to supply tampons and sanitary napkins in all female and all-gender restrooms without cost to users. These provisions apply to state-funded colleges and universities that meet specific accreditation and non-discrimination criteria.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 28, 2024
Last action May 17, 2024
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May 17, 2024
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Referred: General Laws(H)
lower
Feb 28, 2024
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Doug Mann
DDemocratic
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