Maryland Bill to Sell Condoms in Public Schools

SOURCE www.the-sun.com
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.

Key Points

  • Bill aims to legalize selling condoms and birth control through vending machines in public schools
  • Lawmakers debate the potential impact on students and families
  • Maryland House of Delegates voted to eliminate penalties for selling contraceptives through vending machines

Pros

  • Increased access to contraceptives for students in public schools
  • Removal of criminal penalties for selling contraceptives through vending machines

Cons

  • Concerns about condoms being available to young children in elementary and preschool settings
  • Debate over the appropriateness of selling contraceptives in schools