A bill for an act creating the restroom emergency access Act, and providing civil penalties.

SF 2014, the "Restroom Emergency Access Act," requires retail businesses to allow customers with qualifying medical conditions emergency access to employee restrooms during business hours under specific conditions. It defines "eligible medical conditions" to include inflammatory bowel diseases, irritable bowel syndrome, ostomy device users, and other conditions needing immediate restroom access, requiring written documentation from a healthcare provider. Businesses must permit access if public restrooms are unavailable, sufficient staff are present, and the restroom area is safe - without requiring physical changes to the restroom. Violations incur a $200 civil penalty for repeat offenses, with businesses immune from liability unless grossly negligent.