Requires certain libraries to provide free menstrual hygiene products and requires State to pay costs.
This bill requires libraries in New Jersey municipalities or counties where at least 40% of residents live below 1.85x the federal poverty line to provide free tampons and sanitary napkins in all women's and all-gender restrooms. It also mandates that libraries display educational pamphlets about menstrual health, toxic shock syndrome, and product disposal. The state will cover all costs for purchasing and maintaining these supplies. The law directly affects eligible public libraries and aims to address period poverty by ensuring access to essential hygiene products.
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Jan 2026
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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 Education Committee
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