S. 71 · Passed Senate · Transportation and Public Works

Baby Changing on Board Act

Sponsor: Peter Welch (D-VT)

What it does

• Requires Amtrak passenger trains to have a baby changing table in at least one restroom per car.
• Requires that at least one such table be in a restroom that complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Applies to trains owned and operated by Amtrak that are solicited for purchase after enactment.

Official summary

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.

Latest action

May 12, 2026: Held at the desk.

Committee: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation