Bill requiring free menstrual products in N.J. schools grades 6-12 advances despite backlash

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May 11, 2022

New Jersey Politics

Bill requiring free menstrual products in N.J. schools grades 6-12 advances despite backlash

It cleared a legislative committee over the strong objections of a Republican legislator and other critics who worry tampons will be required in boys’ bathrooms.

By Matt Arco | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

No timeline set for closing N.J.’s troubled women’s prison, DOC head says

The proposed budget for 2023 for the Department of Corrections is approximately $1 billion.

By Joe Atmonavage | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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