House Bill No. 117, introduced by Representative Freeman, mandates that public school governing authorities in Louisiana provide free menstrual products, specifically sanitary napkins and tampons, in easily accessible locations for students. The bill enacts new legal provisions under R.S. 17:2122, which outlines the requirement for these products to be available at no cost to students. Additionally, it establishes that the implementation of this requirement will occur in each school year for which the legislature allocates funds for this purpose.

Furthermore, the bill amends R.S. 3996 by adding a new exemption for charter schools, specifying that they are also required to comply with the provision regarding menstrual products. This inclusion ensures that all public schools, including charter schools, are held to the same standard in providing necessary health products to students. The legislation aims to enhance accessibility to menstrual products, thereby supporting the health and well-being of students across Louisiana.