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MA H209

MA H209
Providing for diaper changing stations in public buildings and accommodations


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to provide for diaper changing stations in public buildings and accommodations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

AI Summary

This bill requires all public buildings and places of public accommodation that provide public bathrooms to install and maintain at least one private or semi-private baby diaper changing station that is accessible to caretakers regardless of their sex, gender, or disability. The bill also requires signage to be posted indicating the location of the diaper changing stations, and exempts public accommodations generally restricted to those 13 years or older. The provisions of the bill must be implemented in compliance with laws regarding accessibility for persons with disabilities and existing fire, health, and safety standards.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Accompanied S125 (on 03/18/2024)

Bill Topics

Health
  • ‐ Infants and Children
Social Welfare
  • ‐ Family Issues

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H209 03/13/2023
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H209.pdf 03/13/2023
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