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MA H2438

MA H2438
Relative to restroom accommodations in family restaurants


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to require diaper-changing areas in restrooms of certain restaurants. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill would require certain restaurants that cater to families with children to provide at least one designated diaper-changing area or facility on their premises that are open to all patrons. The bill amends Chapter 140 of the General Laws, which regulates innholders and common victuallers (restaurants). Restaurants that publicly hold themselves out or advertise as serving families with children, such as by offering a children's menu or promoting themselves as family-friendly, would be required to provide the designated diaper-changing area under this bill.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4625 (on 06/18/2018)

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