Requires installation of diaper changing station in certain public restrooms.*
New Jersey's S 2183 requires owners of certain public buildings - including schools, government facilities, and commercial spaces like malls - to install baby diaper changing stations in at least one public restroom per gender (or in a family restroom) during new construction or substantial renovations costing over $5,000. The law applies to "group A or M occupancies" (defined as public-facing commercial or assembly spaces) and mandates signage directing visitors to these stations. Violations carry $500 penalties per offense, while public entities like school districts may seek reimbursement for installation costs through a new $500,000 state fund. The bill does not apply retroactively to existing restrooms but sets a timeline for compliance in public buildings.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Feb 15, 2024
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Feb 15, 2024
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Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
upper
Feb 15, 2024
Upper · Passed
Reported out of Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading
upper
Jan 9, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
upper
2 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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