The bill S.16, introduced by Senators White, Clarkson, Gulick, Hardy, and Mattos, aims to mandate the availability of infant changing stations in public restrooms. Specifically, it requires that at least one restroom in any public building or place of public accommodation must include an infant changing station, which is defined as a designated space within a restroom for changing an infant's diaper. The bill also stipulates that these restrooms must be accessible to all individuals, regardless of gender.

Additionally, the bill empowers the Commissioner of Public Safety to conduct inspections to ensure compliance with this requirement during regular inspections. The new provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025. The bill introduces definitions for "infant changing station" and "available," clarifying the intended use and accessibility of these facilities.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 18-1791