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NJ S2504
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Declan O'Scanlon
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AI Summary
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Mandates instruction on menstrual toxic shock syndrome for grades 4-12 in New Jersey school districts as part of Comprehensive Health and Physical Education standards, with the Commissioner of Education providing age-appropriate learning materials.
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Requires owners of assembly and mercantile occupancies (excluding elementary schools with grades K-5) to install warning signs about menstrual toxic shock syndrome in public women's restrooms with two or more toilets.
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Signs must be placed on or near tampon dispensers if available, or in a prominent restroom location, and must be installed within six months of the Department of Health adopting implementing regulations.
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Directs the Department of Health to publish informational literature about the signs, causes, and dangers of menstrual toxic shock syndrome on its website.
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Named in honor of Madalyn "Maddy" Massabni, a 2016 Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School graduate who died in March 2017 from menstrual toxic shock syndrome.
Legislative Description
Requires school districts to incorporate age-appropriate instruction on menstrual toxic shock syndrome and requires installation of signage in certain women's rooms to enhance public awareness of menstrual toxic shock syndrome.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/13/2026