Related to menstrual products in correctional facilities

Summary

The bill mandates that any woman incarcerated in a West Virginia jail, regional jail, state correctional facility, or juvenile detention center receive tampons and sanitary napkins at no charge. Products must be provided as soon as practicable after a request, but no later than eight hours. This aims to protect health and dignity for female detainees.

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