S 2546
An Act to increase access to disposable menstrual products
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase access to disposable menstrual products in Massachusetts. It seeks to remove barriers to obtaining these products, particularly for those experiencing financial hardship. The legislation intends to ensure that menstrual products are readily available in schools, public facilities, and other locations where they are needed. It also addresses the cost of these products, aiming to make them more affordable for residents.
Key provisions
- Requires the state to provide free menstrual products in public schools.
- Expands access to free menstrual products in public libraries and community centers.
- Directs the Department of Public Health to establish a program to distribute menstrual products to individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Creates a task force to study the availability and affordability of menstrual products.
- Encourages local governments to provide free menstrual products in public restrooms.
- Requires state agencies to offer menstrual products in their facilities.
- Addresses the cost of menstrual products for low-income individuals.
- Promotes awareness of menstrual health and hygiene.
Who is affected
- Students
- Low-income individuals
- Individuals experiencing homelessness
- Public school staff
- Residents of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Requires free menstrual products in public schools.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Public Health
Cosponsors
Brendan P. Crighton
Bruce E. Tarr
Jacob R. Oliveira
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Bill S.2546 194th (Current)
An Act to increase access to disposable menstrual products
Senate, July 10, 2025 -- The committee on Public Health to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1549) of Patricia D. Jehlen, John F. Keenan, Michael J. Barrett, Patrick M. O'Connor and other members of the Senate for legislation to increase access to disposable menstrual products, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2546).
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Sponsor: Joint Committee on Public Health
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Displaying 8 actions for Bill S.2546
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/10/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Public Health |
| 7/10/2025 | Senate | New draft of S1549 |
| 7/10/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
| 10/9/2025 | Senate | Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting a new draft, see S2640 |
| 10/9/2025 | Senate | Order relative to subject matter adopted |
| 10/9/2025 | Senate | Placed in the Orders of the Day for Thursday, October 16, 2025 |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | Read second |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | New draft substituted, see S2640 |
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