Michigan Democrat Lawmakers Propose $10 Million for Menstrual Products in Schools For Girls and Boys
Legislation was introduced on Tuesday
LANSING, Mich. — Michigan lawmakers have included a $10 million allocation in the state’s education budget to provide menstrual hygiene products in public schools. This legislation was introduced by Democrat Mai Xiong as part of a broader plan she says to address student needs and reduce barriers to education.
Free Menstrual Product Initiative
The proposal requires schools to stock tampons and menstrual pads in at least one female-designated bathroom and one male or gender-neutral bathroom in each school building. Districts that meet these criteria can apply for reimbursement to cover the costs of the products.
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Reimbursement is determined based on the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals under federal guidelines. Each district is guaranteed a minimum reimbursement of 50% of the associated costs.
Under the proposed legislation, "menstrual hygiene products" that qualify for funding include, but are not limited to:
Tampons
Menstrual pads
These products must be made available in designated bathrooms for female, male, or gender-neutral use, as specified in the legislation, to qualify for reimbursement.
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Funding Details
The $10 million for menstrual products is part of a larger education budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, which allocates:
$17.78 billion from the State School Aid Fund.
$78.83 million from the General Fund.
Additional funding for transportation, meals, early education, and retirement obligations.
Application Process
To receive funding, districts must:
Apply in a manner prescribed by the Department of Education.
Provide cost estimates for implementing the program.
Ensure products are available in designated bathrooms.
Impact and Next Steps
Proponents argue the program will ensure students have access to essential care items, reducing absenteeism and stigma associated with menstruation. Districts must apply for the funding to receive reimbursement, with the initiative expected to roll out during the 2024-2025 school year.
Right now this is only proposed legislation and has been referred to the Committee on Appropriations
What a waste of taxpayer money
Making people dependent on the government for everything one step at a time - training the children for future control. That is a separate issue from the entire gender issues this is promoting. I hope it is a hard no from the legislators.