This bill mandates that school districts and charter schools in Minnesota provide free access to menstrual products for students in grades 4 to 12. The legislation defines "menstrual products" to include pads, tampons, and similar items, which must be made available in restrooms frequented by students. To support this initiative, the bill increases operating capital aid, allowing districts to allocate funds specifically for the purchase of these products. The effective date for the provision of menstrual products is set for January 1, 2024.

Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes related to operating capital revenue, specifying that school districts can use a portion of their revenue to cover the costs associated with providing menstrual products. It introduces new funding appropriations for the fiscal years 2024 and 2025, totaling $1,679,000 for 2024 and $1,672,000 for 2025, to ensure that districts have the necessary resources to comply with the new requirements. The effective date for the revenue changes is set for fiscal year 2024 and later.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 121A.21, 126C.10
1st Engrossment: 126C.10
1st Engrossment: 126C.10