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Bill would protect donors and nonprofits distributing donated menstrual products, sponsors say
Summary
Sen. Victor Rountree introduced LB545 to extend civil and criminal immunity to manufacturers and nonprofits that donate menstrual products; supporters said immunity would unlock large manufacturer donations and ease period poverty while opponents requested careful drafting to preserve consumer safety and tracking.
Sen. Victor Rountree introduced LB545 to create immunity from civil and criminal liability for donors and nonprofit distributors of menstrual products, including tampons. Rountree said manufacturers and organizations frequently wish to donate excess inventory but are restricted from donating certain products—most notably tampons—because tampons are classified by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as Class II medical devices and require manufacturer tracking that period supply banks cannot maintain.
Proponents described unmet need and operational strain for Nebraska…
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