It’s Not Just the Tampon Tax: Why Periods Are Political by By Karen Zraick reminded me to post a “progressive” proposal on feminine hygiene products.
Removing taxes on feminine hygiene products is a step in the right direction but why not go all the way and make those products universally available, at no cost?
The existing distribution chain for feminine hygiene products needs only a few minor tweaks to make that possible. Here’s my solution in three steps:
- Retailers provide feminine hygiene products to any customer, free of charge.
- Customers are free to choose any brand or type of feminine hygiene product.
- Retailers have a tax credit equal to feminine hygiene products distributed, at their retail “price.”
Charging customers for feminine hygiene products, directly or indirectly becomes illegal and states/localities are forbidden from limiting or regulating such sales in anyway.
A direct benefit to all women that preserves their freedom of choice of products. It re-uses existing distribution systems, without any additional forms or paperwork.
Share this with progressives seeking public office.