Designates May 17 of each year as "Menstrual Empowerment Day" in New Jersey.
This bill designates May 17 of each year as "Menstrual Empowerment Day" in New Jersey to honor the birthday of Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner, an inventor who created an early menstrual hygiene product. The resolution calls on the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials, organizations, and citizens to observe the day with awareness activities and programs. The legislation aims to promote menstrual health, reduce stigma, and recognize Kenner's contributions to menstrual product innovation. This is a symbolic measure that does not change laws or allocate funding but establishes an annual observance date.
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Introduced Mar 5, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Teresa Ruiz
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