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SB 219

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

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Nikki Nice

Oklahoma bill requires schools to stock free menstrual products in restrooms, aiming to reduce period poverty and improve student attendance and academic performance.

Second Reading referred to Education
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Bill Summary · SB 219

Legislative bill overview

SB 219 requires schools in Oklahoma to provide free menstrual products in student restrooms. The bill includes an emergency clause, suggesting the sponsors view this as a time-sensitive matter requiring immediate implementation upon passage.

Why is this important

Research indicates that lack of access to menstrual products contributes to student absenteeism and academic disengagement, particularly among low-income students. This bill addresses period poverty—a documented barrier to educational equity and attendance that affects school performance and student well-being.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal responsibility: Questions about who funds product purchases (school district budgets are already strained) and whether the state provides reimbursement or mandates unfunded costs
  • Implementation specifics: The bill's language regarding "certain schools" and "certain restrooms" is vague, leaving unclear which grade levels, school types, and bathroom locations are included
  • Scope and fairness debate: Some may argue this is an essential health item while others question whether schools should fund personal hygiene products or if responsibility belongs elsewhere

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

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