Diaper Changing Facility Requirements

At a glance

  • What: BL2026-1492 amends Title 16 of the Metropolitan Code to require diaper changing facilities in certain public restrooms.
  • Where it stands: Passed second reading as amended on August 4, 2026 and passed third reading on the August 18 consent agenda (consent vote 36-0-0).

Detail

  • July 21: BL2026-1492 passed first reading and was referred to the Government Operations and Regulations Committee.
  • August 4: The Government Operations and Regulations Committee approved the bill with an amendment. Council Member Gadd moved passage on second reading; Council Member Allen offered Amendment No. 1, adopted by voice vote; the bill passed as amended by voice vote.
  • August 18: Third reading on the consent agenda.
  • The minutes do not state which restrooms are covered or the effective date.

Sources

Log

2026-08-18 - Metropolitan Council

Passed third reading on consent.

2026-08-04 - Metropolitan Council

Amended by Allen and passed second reading.

2026-07-21 - Metropolitan Council

BL2026-1492 passed first reading; referred to Government Operations and Regulations.