Reproductive Healthcare Act 2021
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Reproductive Healthcare Act
Proposed by Councilor Emma Granger (Montenbourg) :: Passed (6-2), May 15th, 2021 :: Unamended
AN ACT to reform reproductive healthcare by allowing the use of European Health Organization funds to allow free reproductive products in schools, and lower costs on various projects regarding reproductive health.
Section 1: Title and Severability
(a) This act shall be known as the Reproductive Healthcare Act.
Section 2: Definitions
(a) “Abortion” is defined as the ending of a pregnancy by removal or expulsion of an embryo or fetus.
(b) “Birth Control” or “Contraceptive pill” is defined as a pill, injection, or any other method whose primary purpose is to prevent pregnancy.
(c) “Pad” and “ Sanitary napkins” is defined as an absorbent item worn in the underwear to prevent bleeding from menstruation or other bodily functions.
Section 3: Feminine and Male Hygiene and Reproductive Care Products
(a) There shall be provided to the Member States an opportunity to receive a grant from the European Health Organization of up to five hundred seventy million euros (570 000 000€), provided the member state satisfy the following criteria:
(1) The following products may not attract any extra taxation over the standard VAT rate or have tax differences between feminine and male hygiene products:
(A) Tampons;
(B) Menstrual pads;
(C) Contraceptive pills;
(D) Sanitary napkins; and
(E) Any products which are sold with the intention of being used for male or feminine hygiene.
(F)Male reproductive care products including Condoms or Contraceptive Care including surgery
(2) The qualifying Member States must operate a program in all institutions of public education which receive any funds from the European Health Organisation. This program must allow for all enrolled students who menstruate access to any and all products listed in Section 3(a)(1) free of charge at point of acquisition for personal use.
