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Baby Changing on Board Act
2/27/2026, 7:20 PM
Summary of Bill S 71
Bill 119 s 71, also known as the Baby Changing Tables on Amtrak Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to require Amtrak, the national passenger rail service in the United States, to install baby changing tables in bathrooms on all passenger rail cars. The bill specifically targets the need for these facilities to be available for parents traveling with infants and young children.
The bill emphasizes the importance of providing a safe and sanitary space for parents to change their children's diapers while traveling on Amtrak trains. It recognizes the challenges that parents face when traveling with young children and aims to make the experience more convenient and comfortable for families.
If passed, the bill would mandate that Amtrak install baby changing tables in all bathrooms on passenger rail cars within a specified timeframe. This would ensure that parents have access to these essential facilities while traveling on Amtrak trains. Overall, the Baby Changing Tables on Amtrak Act seeks to address a practical need for families traveling on Amtrak trains and improve the overall experience for parents and children. It highlights the importance of providing necessary amenities for passengers of all ages and backgrounds.
The bill emphasizes the importance of providing a safe and sanitary space for parents to change their children's diapers while traveling on Amtrak trains. It recognizes the challenges that parents face when traveling with young children and aims to make the experience more convenient and comfortable for families.
If passed, the bill would mandate that Amtrak install baby changing tables in all bathrooms on passenger rail cars within a specified timeframe. This would ensure that parents have access to these essential facilities while traveling on Amtrak trains. Overall, the Baby Changing Tables on Amtrak Act seeks to address a practical need for families traveling on Amtrak trains and improve the overall experience for parents and children. It highlights the importance of providing necessary amenities for passengers of all ages and backgrounds.
Congressional Summary of S 71
Baby Changing on Board Act
This bill requires Amtrak passenger rail trains to have a baby changing table in at least one restroom in each car, including in an Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990-compliant restroom. The bill applies to passenger rail trains that are (1) owned and operated by Amtrak, and (2) solicited for purchase after the bill's enactment for use by Amtrak.
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Current Status of Bill S 71
Bill S 71 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 13, 2025. Bill S 71 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 13, 2025. Bill S 71's most recent activity was Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably. as of February 12, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 71
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 71
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksPotential Impact Areas
- Child safety and welfare
- Disability and health-based discrimination
- National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak)
- Railroads
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 71
A bill to require Amtrak to install baby changing tables in bathrooms on passenger rail cars.
A bill to require Amtrak to install baby changing tables in bathrooms on passenger rail cars.
Comments
Dawson Sumner
770
1 month ago
This bill sucks, forcing businesses to have changing tables. How will this really help?
Amani Heller
740
1 month ago
Well, this new bill sure is something else. Can't believe they're trying to tell us what to do with our babies on board. It's like they don't even care about us parents. Just another example of government overreach if you ask me. #ridiculous
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 71
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