New Jersey A3851 mandates public libraries to offer free menstrual hygiene products and requires the State to cover the costs.
New Jersey A3851 requires public libraries to provide free menstrual hygiene products, including tampons and sanitary napkins, in each women's and all-gender restroom. Municipalities or counties that support library services through tax funds must ensure this provision. The State is responsible for covering any costs incurred by the libraries in supplying these products. The bill aims to ensure menstrual hygiene products are accessible to all patrons in public libraries.
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