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HF 883

A bill for an act providing for access to feminine hygiene products in public school restrooms and making an appropriation.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa bill requires public schools to provide free menstrual products in restrooms with state funding to address period poverty and school attendance barriers.

Subcommittee recommends passage.
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Bill Summary · HF 883

Legislative bill overview

HF 883 would require Iowa public schools to provide free access to feminine hygiene products (menstrual pads, tampons, etc.) in school restrooms. The bill includes a state appropriation to fund this requirement, indicating the state would cover at least some implementation costs rather than placing the full burden on individual school districts.

Why is this important

Period poverty and lack of access to hygiene products is documented to affect school attendance and academic performance, particularly among low-income students. This bill addresses health equity by removing a potential barrier to education and reducing the stigma around menstruation in school settings.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: The appropriation amount and whether state funding adequately covers all districts' costs, or if schools must supplement with local budgets
  • Implementation logistics: Questions about product selection, restroom placement, maintenance, and inventory management across multiple school buildings
  • Scope and sustainability: Whether the requirement applies to all public schools statewide and how funding adjusts over time as costs change

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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