The proposed bill, Substitute Bill No. 6078, aims to enhance the availability of emergency contraception on college campuses by establishing a framework for the installation of vending machines that sell these products. Effective July 1, 2025, each institution of higher education is encouraged to appoint a reproductive health care committee that includes representatives from the student body, administration, and health care providers. This committee will assess the need for vending machines on their campus and, if deemed necessary, develop a plan for installation. Starting January 1, 2026, these committees may apply for a one-time grant from the Office of Higher Education to help cover the costs of installation.

Additionally, the Office of Higher Education is tasked with creating a grant program by January 1, 2026, to provide financial support to institutions for the installation of these vending machines. The grants will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, with the amount determined by the Commissioner of Higher Education based on available funding. The program will conclude once all allocated funds are exhausted, and the Office of Higher Education is required to provide detailed information about the grant program on its website. The bill introduces new sections to the law, specifically sections 1 and 2, while no existing legal language is deleted.