An Act providing for diaper changing stations in public buildings and accommodations
This bill requires public buildings and places of public accommodation with restrooms to install and maintain at least one private or semi-private diaper changing station. The stations must be accessible to any caregiver regardless of their sex, gender, or disability, and clear signage must be posted to indicate their location. The law applies to all public buildings and public accommodations built after the effective date, as well as existing facilities undergoing substantial renovation, but excludes venues restricted to individuals aged 13 and older. Implementation must comply with existing state and federal laws regarding disability access, fire safety, and health standards.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023
Last action Mar 18, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities
lower
0 primary · 6 co-sponsors
Sponsors
No sponsor information available.
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