S. 71

119th CONGRESS 1st Session

To require Amtrak to install baby changing tables in bathrooms on passenger rail cars.

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES · January 13, 2025 · Sponsor: Mr. Welch · Committee: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation

Table of contents

• S. 71
  • 24314. Baby changing tables.

24314. Baby changing tables.

• (a) Definitions
  • In this section:
    • The term ADA-compliant restroom means a restroom that complies with the requirements set forth in section 242(a) of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (). 42 U.S.C. 12162(a)
    • The term baby changing table means an elevated, freestanding structure generally designed to support and retain a child with a body weight of up to 30 pounds in a horizontal position for the purpose of allowing an individual to change the child’s diaper, including pull-out or drop-down changing surfaces.
    • The term — covered passenger rail train
• (b) Baby changing tables
  • Baby changing tables
  • (1) In general
    • All covered passenger rail trains shall have a baby changing table in at least one restroom in each rail car, including in an ADA-compliant restroom.
  • (2) Signage
    • Such restroom shall clearly indicate with signage the presence of a baby changing table and such baby changing tables shall be clearly identified with signage.