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A 8840

Provides that no state or local correctional facility shall deny entry to a visitor to such facility due to the fact that such person is menstruating, wearing a menstrual product or has a contraceptive device

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Noah Burroughs and 10 co-sponsors

Overview: A 8840, "Provides that no state or local correctional facility shall deny entry to a visitor to such facility due to the fact that such person is menstruating, wearing a

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Bill Summary · A 8840

Overview: A 8840, "Provides that no state or local correctional facility shall deny entry to a visitor to such facility due to the fact that such person is menstruating, wearing a menstrual product or has a contraceptive device", was referred to the Correction committee on June 09, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to ensure that visitors to state or local correctional facilities are not denied entry due to the fact that they are menstruating, wearing a menstrual product, or have a contraceptive device.

Key Provisions:
- Prohibits state or local correctional facilities from denying entry to a visitor based on the fact that the visitor is menstruating, wearing a menstrual product, or has a contraceptive device.
- Requires correctional facilities to provide free menstrual products to visitors who request them.
- Establishes a complaint process for visitors who are denied entry or access to menstrual products.

Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would affect visitors to state or local correctional facilities, as well as the correctional facilities themselves. It is intended to ensure that visitors are not discriminated against or denied access due to natural biological functions or the use of contraceptive devices.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Correction committee and must go through the standard legislative process before potentially becoming law.

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

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