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HI SCR27
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
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Urges the University of Hawaii System to provide menstrual products free of charge to all students at university, community college, and education center campuses as part of a public health and education equity strategy.
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Requests each University of Hawaii System chancellor to consult with their campus student council beginning in fall semester 2023 to determine the type and amount of menstrual products to be provided.
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Requires the University of Hawaii System to submit a report to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2024 Regular Session on the status of providing free menstrual products across all campuses.
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Cites a 2021 Hawaii State Commission study showing 42 percent of menstruating students missed class due to lack of access to menstrual products, with some missing up to 10 days per academic year.
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References successful pilot programs at Kapiolani Community College and University of Hawaii at Hilo that already provide free menstrual products in campus restrooms.
Legislative Description
Urging The University Of Hawaii System To Provide Menstrual Products, Free Of Charge, To Students At All Of Its University, Community College, And Education Center Campuses As Part Of A Public Health And Education Equity Strategy That Addresses Economic Disparities.
University of Hawaii
Last Action
Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Lowen, Nakashima excused (2).
4/17/2023