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PC 756

Para crear la “Ley para garantizar el acceso a productos de Cuidado Menstrual”, para garantizar que las personas menstruantes tengan acceso gratuito a artículos para el cuidado menstrual en las escuelas públicas, universidades y agencias gubernamentales; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico bill mandates free menstrual product distribution in public schools, universities, and government agencies to eliminate period poverty and ensure educational access equity.

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Bill Summary · PC 756

Legislative bill overview

Bill PC 756 proposes creating the "Law to Guarantee Access to Menstrual Care Products" in Puerto Rico, requiring public schools, universities, and government agencies to provide free menstrual products to menstruating individuals. The bill aims to eliminate financial barriers to essential hygiene products in educational and public institutional settings.

Why is this important

Lack of access to menstrual products can cause students to miss school days, contributing to educational disparities and health inequities. This legislation addresses "period poverty"—a documented challenge affecting low-income individuals—by ensuring equitable access to necessary hygiene materials in publicly-funded institutions where attendance is expected or encouraged.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: Government agencies and schools would bear the cost of purchasing and distributing products, requiring budget allocation that may compete with other educational or social priorities
  • Implementation logistics: Questions about product selection, storage, distribution methods, dignity in access, and consistency across institutions of varying sizes and resources
  • Scope limitations: Bill applies only to public institutions; private schools and workplaces remain unaddressed, potentially creating disparities and raising equity questions about coverage

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

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