SJR 108 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Designates May 17 of each year as "Menstrual Empowerment Day" in New Jersey.

SJR 108 designates May 17 of each year as "Menstrual Empowerment Day" in New Jersey. The resolution honors inventor Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner (born May 17, 1912), who patented a menstrual hygiene product in 1957 but faced discrimination due to her race. It requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials, organizations, and citizens to observe the day with awareness activities. This symbolic measure aims to promote menstrual health awareness, reduce stigma, and recognize efforts toward equitable access to menstrual products, aligning with global initiatives like World Menstrual Hygiene Day.
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Introduced Apr 15, 2024 Last action Apr 15, 2024
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Apr 15, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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