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Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE)

HARRISBURG, PA — In a progressive stride towards health equity, the Pennsylvania Department of Education has announced a significant initiative to provide free period products to students across all school …

Government / Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Lawmakers Push for Legislation to Combat Period Poverty

May 23, 2024May 23, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — State Representatives Darisha Parker and Carol Hill-Evans, alongside Speaker Joanna McClinton, menstrual health professionals, and Pennsylvania students, gathered on Wednesday to spotlight the issue of period poverty …