/tags/period-poverty period poverty en-US Copyright Thu, 16 Mar 2023 23:25:28 GMT /local-news/2023-03-16/bill-to-put-free-menstrual-products-in-all-public-schools-waits-for-governors-signature It’s the final week of the legislative session and numerous bills are making their rounds, including one to address period poverty by getting free period products into all public schools. Supporters say the issue directly affects the ability of young people to consistently access education. Thu, 16 Mar 2023 23:25:28 GMT /local-news/2023-03-16/bill-to-put-free-menstrual-products-in-all-public-schools-waits-for-governors-signature Taylor Velazquez /local-news/2023-01-30/youth-advocates-push-for-bill-that-would-ensure-free-menstrual-products-in-schools Nationally, 1 in 5 teens cannot afford menstrual products and most have missed school as a result. To address the issue in New Mexico, youth advocates are working with lawmakers to create menstrual equity for every student in public school. Mon, 30 Jan 2023 20:39:20 GMT /local-news/2023-01-30/youth-advocates-push-for-bill-that-would-ensure-free-menstrual-products-in-schools Taylor Velazquez