Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0016

Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/14/25
• Engrossed: 3/24/25
• Refer: 3/27/25

Caption

A RESOLUTION to urge Tennesseans to contribute or donate feminine hygiene products to local schools.

Impact

The adoption of SJR0016 would serve as a call to action for communities across Tennessee to support students in need. By encouraging donations of feminine hygiene products, the resolution aims to alleviate the financial burden on families struggling to provide these essential items for their children. This initiative could significantly reduce absenteeism rates, fostering a more equitable educational environment. Schools may also see improved engagement and academic outcomes as a direct consequence of ensuring that all students have access to necessary hygiene products.

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 16 (SJR0016) aims to raise awareness about the lack of access to feminine hygiene products among students in Tennessee. The resolution emphasizes the importance of these products in ensuring that students can maintain attendance in school, thereby affecting their academic performance. It highlights that nearly one in four students in the U.S. faces challenges related to access, with a disproportionate impact on lower-income and minority students. The resolution seeks to address this issue through community involvement, urging Tennesseans to contribute or donate feminine hygiene products to local schools.

Contention

While SJR0016 does not impose any legal requirements or changes to existing laws, it highlights an essential public health and educational issue that requires community awareness and support. There may be debates surrounding the adequacy of voluntary donations versus the need for systemic solutions to ensure access to these products. Nevertheless, the resolution serves to galvanize public support and may lead to discussions on further policies that facilitate access to hygiene products in schools.