Bill 118 HRES 1248, also known as the Menstrual Health Awareness Month Resolution, aims to address the stigma surrounding menstruation and its impact on women, girls, and individuals who menstruate. The resolution recognizes that the stigmatization of menstruation can have negative effects on the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of those who experience it.
The resolution expresses support for designating the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month" in order to raise awareness about menstrual health issues and promote education and access to resources for individuals who menstruate. By highlighting the importance of menstrual health, the resolution seeks to empower individuals to take control of their own health and well-being.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1248 is a non-partisan effort to address the stigma surrounding menstruation and promote menstrual health awareness. It emphasizes the importance of education, access to resources, and destigmatization in order to improve the lives of women, girls, and individuals who menstruate.