Hawaii SR82 urges the Department of Education to enhance menstrual health education in schools.
The bill urges the Department of Education to strengthen menstrual health education initiatives and adopt a comprehensive menstrual cycle curriculum. It emphasizes the importance of educating both menstruating and non-menstruating students about the menstrual cycle, including its biological purpose, cultural practices, and the use of menstrual products. The curriculum should be age-appropriate, culturally responsive, and multilingual, aiming to eradicate stigmas and empower informed health decisions.
Included in complete analysis
- Overview
- Core Provisions
- Implementation
- Impact
- Legal Framework
- Critical Issues
Analyze for Free
See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.