SB153 Alabama 2022 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Linda Coleman-MadisonSenator

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2022

Title

Schools, K-12, local boards of education required to provide feminine hygiene products in women's restrooms of certain schools, no cost to students

Summary

Local boards of education in Alabama must provide free feminine hygiene products in the women's restrooms of certain public schools.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, starting with the 2023-2024 school year, each local board must stock and provide feminine hygiene products in the women's restrooms of every school building where any student in grades 5–12 is enrolled, at no cost to students. The products covered are sanitary napkins and tampons. The requirement applies to public K-12 schools and becomes effective on the first day of the third month after it becomes law.

Who It Affects

• Students in grades 5–12 in Alabama public schools, who will have free access to feminine hygiene products in their school restrooms.
• Local boards of education, which must provide and maintain the products in the women's restrooms at no cost to students.

Key Provisions

• Starting with the 2023-2024 school year, local boards must provide feminine hygiene products in women's restrooms of eligible schools with students in grades 5–12, at no cost.
• Products covered include sanitary napkins and tampons.
• The requirement applies to public K-12 education under the jurisdiction of local boards of education.
• The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following its passage and approval by the Governor (or otherwise becoming law).

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Schools