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GA HR1162

Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/18/2020

Primary Sponsor

Erick Allen

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019-2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges certain commercial public facilities in Georgia to install at least one gender neutral adult changing station with an adult changing table and appropriate signage
  • Applies to facilities with an occupant load greater than 1,000 people that obtain a permit for construction or renovation on or after January 1, 2021, facilities under the jurisdiction of the Safety Fire Commissioner, and facilities under the jurisdiction of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia
  • Cites a 2015 Cornell University survey finding that nearly 1.2 million noninstitutionalized Georgians across all age groups live with a disability preventing them from performing basic daily tasks
  • Notes that infant changing stations are inadequate and potentially dangerous for older children with special needs and older adults or seniors with physical disabilities
  • Non-binding resolution sponsored by Representatives Allen of the 40th and Anulewicz of the 42nd, directing the Clerk of the House to distribute copies to the public and press

Legislative Description

Certain commercial public facilities; have at least one gender neutral adult changing station with an adult changing table and appropriate signage; urge

Last Action

House Second Readers

2/20/2020

Full Bill Text

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