Oregon Department of Education
Chapter 581
Division 21
SCHOOL GOVERNANCE AND STUDENT CONDUCT
581-021-0590
Menstrual Dignity for Students: Requirements
(1) All education providers shall install in every student bathroom at least one dispenser that:
(a) Does not require inserting coins or money;
(b) Is clearly marked as free in at least two languages;
(c) Is ADA compliant;
(d) Is located in a place where all students can access products; and
(e) Provides a variety of products with consideration of absorbency and size.
(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1), for the 2021-22 school year, all education providers shall stock and maintain menstrual product dispensers in at least two student bathrooms in each public school building. Education providers shall determine where to prioritize dispenser installation considering all-gender access to menstrual products and student privacy.
Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 326.545
Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 326.545
History:
ODE 14-2022, adopt filed 03/24/2022, effective 03/24/2022