Maryland Bill to Sell Condoms in Public Schools

Maryland bill proposes selling condoms through vending machines in public schools, sparking outrage among parents who fear condoms could end up in the hands of pre-schoolers. Lawmakers debate the pros and cons of the bill, with concerns raised about the potential impact on young students and traditional families.

Controversy over Maryland bill allowing schools to sell condoms in vending machines

Maryland State Delegate Kathy Szeliga criticized a bill passed by the state's House of Delegates that would allow schools to sell condoms in vending machines, calling it an oversexualization of children. The bill, sponsored by Maryland State Delegate Nicole Williams, passed in a vote of 89-41 and would repeal the criminal penalty for selling contraceptives like condoms in schools.

AI-powered Gun Ammunition Vending Machines in U.S. Grocery Stores

American Rounds LLC has introduced AI-powered vending machines in grocery stores in some U.S. states for gun ammunition sales, claiming it is a safer alternative. Experts have raised concerns about the increased availability in a country with widespread gun violence. While the company emphasizes security measures, critics argue that vending machines could pose risks, such as selling ammunition to individuals who are legally prohibited from owning guns.

Ammunition Vending Machines in Grocery Stores

Some grocery stores in Oklahoma, Texas, and Alabama have vending machines that dispense ammunition, sparking debate on gun safety and convenience for hunters in rural areas.