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TN HB0039
Bill
Status
12/17/2024
Primary Sponsor
Elaine Davis
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AI Summary
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Requires all public high schools and public charter high schools to provide free feminine hygiene products (tampons, panty liners, menstrual cups, sanitary napkins) to students
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Products must be available in all women's and girls' bathrooms, all locker rooms, and with the school nurse in each eligible school building
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Excludes bathrooms and locker rooms designated specifically for teacher or staff use; products are for student use only
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Authorizes the Tennessee Department of Education to develop policies and guidance to help LEAs and charter schools comply with requirements
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Takes effect July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 49 and Title 67, relative to the Menstrual Hygiene Products Accessibility Act.
Local Education Agencies
Last Action
Placed on s/c cal Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee for 4/14/2025
4/9/2025