Lawmakers clash over proposal that could extend to stadium restrooms
Annapolis, MD – A Maryland legislative proposal involving the placement of menstrual hygiene products in public buildings has triggered debate among lawmakers, including questions about how broadly the requirement would apply and how the products would be defined.
During a recent legislative exchange, Democratic Del. Ken Kerr indicated the proposal would require menstrual products to be made available in public facilities, including potentially state-owned venues such as major sports stadiums.
When asked about product specifications, Kerr said, “It just means that tampons are offered. There’s no specific size,” later adding, “Just a regular-sized tampon in the bathroom.”
BREAKING?: Maryland is seriously debating putting tampons in the MEN'S bathrooms at Baltimore Ravens and Orioles stadiums.
— Officer Lew (@officer_Lew) March 24, 2026
Democrat Delegate Ken Kerr, who supports the bill, insisted the tampons must be “appropriately sized.”
Republican Delegate Kathy Szeliga hit back: “What… pic. /sV7As8C3pL
Republican Del. Kathy Szeliga questioned the language in the bill, particularly references to “appropriately sized tampons.” “What are appropriately sized tampons? I’ve never heard of such a thing,” she said during the discussion, pressing for clarification on how the requirement would be implemented.
Scope could include major venues
Lawmakers also discussed whether the proposal would extend to large public venues such as Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium, home of the Baltimore Ravens. In the exchange, Kerr confirmed that if a facility is state-owned, the requirement would apply.
“If it is a state-owned building, then yes, it would go in. It’s a public building,” he said.
When asked specifically about stadiums such as those used by the Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Orioles, Kerr indicated the same standard would apply if the facilities fall under the bill’s jurisdiction.
Key Points
- Maryland proposal would require menstrual products in public buildings
- Lawmakers debated definitions and product standards during hearing
- Measure could apply to state-owned venues, including stadiums
Ongoing legislative discussion
The proposal remains under consideration, with lawmakers continuing to review its language and scope. Questions raised during the exchange focused on implementation details, including product types and placement across different types of public facilities.
No final vote or implementation timeline was detailed in the discussion, and further revisions to the bill may be considered as it moves through the legislative process.
