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HB 734

Prohibit dispensing of menstrual products in school male-designated restrooms

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Lukas Schubert

Montana bill to restrict menstrual product dispensing to female-designated school restrooms only; died in committee without passage.

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Bill Summary · HB 734

Legislative bill overview

HB 734 would prohibit Montana schools from providing menstrual products in male-designated restrooms. The bill died in the legislative process after being tabled in the House Education Committee in March 2025 and missing the deadline for general bill transmittal.

Why is this important

This bill reflects broader debates about menstrual equity policies that some states and school districts have adopted to address period poverty and absenteeism. The proposal to restrict product placement raises questions about implementation logistics, inclusivity for transgender and non-binary students, and cost-effectiveness of gendered distribution systems.

Potential points of contention

  • Restroom access and student privacy: Implementation challenges around who accesses which facilities and how to enforce gendered product placement in practice
  • Inclusivity concerns: Male-designated restrooms may be used by transgender and non-binary students who menstruate, creating questions about equitable access
  • Practical administration: Determining enforcement mechanisms and managing supply chain logistics across multiple restrooms in schools

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

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