HB 5121
To mandate county boards of education to provide feminine hygiene products in all public elementary, middle, and high schools for female students
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires West Virginia’s county boards of education to offer free feminine hygiene products to students in all public elementary, middle, and high schools. The goal is to ensure that students have access to these essential items without facing financial barriers. This initiative aims to address period poverty and support student health and well-being. The bill establishes a clear responsibility for school districts to provide these products.
Key provisions
- County boards of education must provide feminine hygiene products.
- Products must be available in all public elementary, middle, and high schools.
- Students must have free access to the products.
- The provision applies to all public schools within West Virginia.
Who is affected
- Female students in West Virginia public schools
- County Boards of Education in West Virginia
- Public elementary, middle, and high schools in West Virginia
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