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SB 219

Schools; requiring certain schools to make menstrual products available in certain restrooms. Effective date. Emergency.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Nikki Nice

SB 219 mandates Oklahoma schools provide free menstrual products in student restrooms to improve attendance and health equity, though implementation costs and scope remain undefined.

Second Reading referred to Education
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Bill Summary · SB 219

Legislative bill overview

SB 219 requires Oklahoma schools to provide free menstrual products (pads, tampons) in student restrooms. The bill applies to "certain schools," though the specific grade levels and school types subject to the requirement would be defined in the bill's full text. The emergency designation indicates the sponsor seeks expedited passage.

Why is this important

Period poverty and lack of menstrual product access cause some students to miss school days, affecting educational outcomes. Several states and districts have implemented similar policies based on research showing menstrual product availability improves attendance and academic performance. This addresses both health equity and educational access issues.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding: Schools may argue the mandate creates unfunded expenses without clear budget allocation or reimbursement mechanisms
  • Scope ambiguity: The phrase "certain schools" lacks clarity—unclear which grade levels (elementary, middle, high school) are included and whether private schools are covered
  • Implementation logistics: Questions about product selection, restroom placement, restocking responsibility, and hygiene protocols remain unspecified
  • Parental perspectives: Some may view this as appropriate health support; others may prefer products to remain family/parent responsibility rather than school-provided

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

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