S 71119th CongressIn Committee

Baby Changing on Board Act

Introduced: Jan 13, 2025

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

The Baby Changing on Board Act requires Amtrak to install baby changing tables in bathrooms on passenger rail cars. Specifically, the bill mandates that all newly purchased Amtrak trains must have at least one baby changing table in each rail car, with at least one table located in an ADA-compliant (accessible) restroom. The tables must be clearly marked with signage so passengers can easily locate them. This legislation aims to improve facilities for parents and caregivers traveling with infants and young children on Amtrak trains.

Key Points

1Applies to new trains only: The requirement applies only to passenger rail trains that Amtrak purchases after the bill's enactment, not to trains currently in operation or those Amtrak operates but does not own.
2One table per rail car minimum: Each rail car on covered trains must have at least one baby changing table installed in its bathrooms.
3ADA accessibility requirement: At least one baby changing table must be located in an ADA-compliant restroom to ensure accessibility for passengers with disabilities.
4Weight capacity standard: Baby changing tables must be designed to safely support children weighing up to 30 pounds and include pull-out or drop-down changing surfaces.
5Clear signage requirement: Restrooms with changing tables and the tables themselves must be clearly marked with signage to help passengers locate them.

Impact Areas

Parents and caregivers: Improves travel experience for those with infants and young children by providing necessary facilities on long-distance train journeys.Amtrak operations: Affects future train procurement decisions and requires budget allocation for equipment installation in new rail cars.Passengers with disabilities: Ensures accessible changing facilities through ADA-compliant restroom placement requirements.

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