Non-profit organization tackles period poverty across Coastal Bend
“Crimson Cause has participated in protests and even got the attention of lawmakers as they took their efforts to the state capitol. Arevalo says she and other testified in Austin about eliminating sales tax on feminine hygiene products. ‘It’s a reality that some women cannot afford tampons and pads. We want legislators to realize that this is something that will not only help other women, but it will help their own daughters’ said Arevalo. This week, House Bill 300, which will ban state tax on feminine menstrual products, went before state lawmakers. The bill was introduced by Sen. Donna Howard (D-Austin). The bill also brings the attention to baby diapers, formula and maternity clothing.”