H.R. 6212: Good Samaritan Menstrual Products Act
The Good Samaritan Menstrual Products Act is designed to encourage the donation of menstrual products to nonprofit organizations that distribute these products to individuals in need. Here are the key provisions of the bill:
Liability Protections
The bill provides protections against civil and criminal liability for:
- Donors: Individuals, manufacturers, or distributors who donate menstrual products in good faith to nonprofit organizations will not be held liable for any damages arising from the condition, age, packaging, or nature of the donated products.
- Nonprofit Organizations: Nonprofits receiving these donations are also protected from liability concerning the quality or condition of the menstrual products they distribute, as long as they received the donations in good faith.
However, these protections do not apply if there is gross negligence or intentional misconduct involved that leads to injury or death resulting from the use of the menstrual products.
Definition of Menstrual Products
The bill defines "menstrual products" to include:
- Sanitary napkins
- Tampons
- Liners
- Menstrual cups
- Menstrual underwear
- Any similar item used during menstruation
Condition of Products
The term "apparently usable" refers to products that meet all necessary quality and labeling standards imposed by federal, state, and local laws, even if they are not readily marketable.
Intent of the Bill
The purpose of this legislation is to facilitate the donation of menstrual products, reducing barriers for donors and nonprofit organizations, thereby increasing access to these essential items for individuals who may struggle to afford them.
Relevant Companies
- PG - Procter & Gamble: As a manufacturer of various menstrual products, Procter & Gamble may see an increase in donations through the protection this bill provides, encouraging more retailers to donate surplus stock.
- ABT - Abbott Laboratories: If Abbott produces menstrual products, they may benefit from reduced liability for donations to nonprofits.
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Sponsors
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TrackGrace Meng
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TrackYassamin Ansari
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TrackJulia Brownley
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TrackSean Casten
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TrackJudy Chu
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TrackYvette D. Clarke
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TrackSteve Cohen
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TrackChristopher R. Deluzio
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TrackDebbie Dingell
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TrackVeronica Escobar
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TrackBrian K. Fitzpatrick
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TrackMaxwell Frost
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TrackPablo Hernández
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TrackJulie Johnson
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TrackTimothy M. Kennedy
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TrackMichael Lawler
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TrackCeleste Maloy
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TrackSarah McBride
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TrackJerrold Nadler
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TrackTerri A. Sewell
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TrackMelanie A. Stansbury
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TrackJill N. Tokuda
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TrackPaul Tonko
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TrackRitchie Torres
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TrackNydia M. Velázquez
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TrackBonnie Watson Coleman
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Actions
2 actions
| Date | Action |
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| Nov. 20, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Nov. 20, 2025 | Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. |
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