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Baby Changing on Board Act

Introduced
Jan 13, 2025
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
May 12, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires airplanes and airports to install baby changing tables in public restrooms. Funds the installation of these tables to ensure accessibility for parents and caregivers.

Sponsored By

Peter Welch
Democrat · Vermont · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Jan 13, 2025
  5. May 12, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects parents and caregivers traveling with infants, providing them with a safe and sanitary place to change diapers in airports and on airplanes. It also impacts airlines and airports, which would be required to install and maintain these baby changing facilities.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
2backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 100%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Cosponsors (1)

Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeSenate Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedJan 13, 2025
Last UpdatedMay 12, 2026
Latest ActionHeld at the desk.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.