S 2246 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes the "New Jersey Feminine Hygiene Product Donations Immunity Act."

This bill creates legal immunity for individuals, hospitals, and nonprofits that donate feminine hygiene products (like tampons and pads) to homeless shelters or other charitable organizations. It protects donors and distributors from lawsuits if the products are "apparently usable" (meeting basic quality standards) when donated, unless harm results from gross negligence or intentional misconduct. The law directly helps women experiencing homelessness or financial hardship by encouraging more donations of essential products without legal fear. It applies to all such donations made in good faith, aiming to address period poverty without altering existing tax exemptions for these items.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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