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PA HB1101

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/31/2025

Primary Sponsor

Darisha Parker

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Menstrual Hygiene Products Accessibility Grant Program within the Department of Education to provide funding for free menstrual products (tampons, pads, pantyliners) in Pennsylvania public schools

  • Eligibility limited to public school entities where 25% or more of students qualify for free or reduced-cost lunch programs

  • Grant amounts awarded proportionally based on student enrollment and number of restrooms at each school; funds may cover product acquisition, dispensing machines, and disposal receptacles

  • Grant recipients must report spending within one year; Department of Education must submit annual summary reports to Senate and House education and health committees by March 31

  • General Fund appropriation to the Department of Education for fiscal year July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026; act takes effect in 60 days

Legislative Description

In school health services, providing for Menstrual Hygiene Products Accessibility Grant Program; and making an appropriation.

Last Action

Referred to Human Services

3/31/2025

Committee Referrals

Human Services3/31/2025

Full Bill Text

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