Restroom Access Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4525 Restroom Access Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4525

Bill 118 HR 4525, also known as the Restroom Access Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to ensure that individuals have access to safe and clean restroom facilities while in public spaces.

The Restroom Access Act of 2023 mandates that all public buildings, including restaurants, stores, and other establishments, must provide access to restroom facilities for individuals who may have medical conditions that require immediate access to a restroom. This includes individuals with Crohn's disease, irritable bowel syndrome, or other medical conditions that may require frequent restroom use.

The bill also requires that these restroom facilities be clean, well-maintained, and easily accessible to individuals who need them. Additionally, the bill prohibits establishments from denying access to restroom facilities based on an individual's medical condition. Overall, the Restroom Access Act of 2023 aims to ensure that individuals with medical conditions that require frequent restroom use are able to access clean and safe restroom facilities while in public spaces. This bill is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo changes before being voted on.

Congressional Summary of HR 4525

Restroom Access Act of 2023

This bill requires retailers to allow a customer to use a nonpublic restroom if the customer has an eligible medical condition (e.g., inflammatory bowel disease) that requires immediate access to a restroom and other conditions are met.

Current Status of Bill HR 4525

Bill HR 4525 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 10, 2023. Bill HR 4525 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 10, 2023. Bill HR 4525's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of July 14, 2023