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Stuart Bill to Increase Access to Menstrual Products Signed into Law

Aug 5, 2021 | Stuart

COLLINSVILLE – Ill. – A bill passed by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, that will require menstrual products be provided in all restrooms on all college campuses was signed into law today. “The monthly cost of tampons or pads can be too much for...

Hernandez Hosting Annual Menstrual Product Drive, Asks Residents for Donations

Jul 22, 2021 | Hernandez B

AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is hosting her 3rd annual Menstrual Hygiene Product Donation Drive from Monday, July 26 through Friday, Aug. 6 to collect products that will be donated to local residents in need. “Period poverty, or the lack of...

Senate Committee Approves Stuart Sponsored Legislation for Accessible Menstrual Products

May 15, 2019 | Stuart

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Women and girls staying at homeless shelters in Illinois would have access to free menstrual products under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville. Stuart’s House Bill 2656 passed the House with bipartisan support in...