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US SB71

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Peter Welch

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Origin

Senate

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Requires Amtrak to install at least one baby changing table per rail car on all newly purchased passenger trains, including in ADA-compliant restrooms
  • Applies only to trains owned and operated by Amtrak that are solicited for purchase after the bill's enactment; excludes trains Amtrak operates but does not own
  • Defines baby changing tables as elevated structures designed to support children up to 30 pounds, including pull-out or drop-down surfaces
  • Mandates clear signage indicating which restrooms contain baby changing tables
  • Introduced January 13, 2025 by Senators Welch and Blackburn; referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation

Legislative Description

Baby Changing on Board Act

Transportation and public works

Last Action

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce, Science, And Transportation1/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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