Requires school districts to provide period products at no cost in charter schools and public middle and high schools

HB 1435 requires charter schools and public school districts serving students in grades 6-12 to provide free period products (tampons and sanitary napkins) in all school restrooms starting July 1, 2026. It applies specifically to schools where at least 40% of students live in households earning below 185% of the federal poverty level. The state will cover all costs through dedicated funding for the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. This policy directly affects eligible schools and ensures no student bears the cost of essential menstrual products.