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This bill requires public buildings with public restrooms to provide baby diaper changing stations in at least one women's restroom, one men's restroom, or one gender-neutral restroom. The requirement applies to new public buildings and existing buildings undergoing restroom renovations costing $15,000 or more, with exceptions for buildings where installation is not feasible or would violate disability access standards, and for single-patient healthcare facility restrooms. A "baby diaper changing station" is defined as a table or device for changing diapers of children under 50 pounds, compliant with international building code standards. If multiple restrooms exist without a changing station, clear signage must indicate the location of the nearest station. For a first violation, the city or county attorney will issue a warning letter, and subsequent violations result in a civil infraction. Building owners may remove a changing station if it is not used according to manufacturer standards. The bill defines "public building" broadly, excluding industrial or commercial spaces that do not allow people under 18 to enter, and aims to increase the accessibility of diaper changing facilities for parents and caregivers across different types of public spaces.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1562&Year=2025&Initiative=false