S.3809

Establishes "Period Equity and Menstrual Disorders Committee" in DOH.

Introduced·3/5/26
Introduced Text

Establishes a Period Equity and Menstrual Disorders Committee in the Department of Health to study period inequity and menstrual disorders.

The bill establishes a 15-member Period Equity and Menstrual Disorders Committee in the Department of Health. The committee will study issues related to period inequity, access to feminine hygiene products, menstrual disorders, and the health of persons who menstruate. The committee will examine current data, research, and policies related to the pricing and taxation of feminine hygiene products, racial, gender, and disability disparities, and their impact on affordability and access.

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Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 5

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee