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NJ S2243

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Teresa Ruiz

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Public institutions of higher education in New Jersey must develop menstrual equity plans within six months of the act's effective date, with full implementation required within 12 months

  • Each plan must estimate the number of students needing free menstrual products, identify suitable distribution locations, project costs, and establish an implementation timeline

  • Institution presidents may utilize the existing Campus Hunger Task Force, create a new task force, or establish another initiative to develop the plan

  • Plans must be submitted to the institution's governing body and forwarded to the Governor and Legislature

  • "Menstrual equity" is defined as equal and comprehensive access to menstrual hygiene products that removes barriers to care and reduces stigma surrounding menstruation

Legislative Description

Requires each public institution of higher education to develop menstrual equity plan.

Aging and Human Services

Last Action

Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Aging and Human Services Committee2/24/2026
Higher Eduction1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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