Bill
S 2444
Overview: S 2444, Relates to the right to breast feed, REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS, Introduced: July 24, 2025Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to strengthen and protect the
Overview: S 2444, Relates to the right to breast feed, REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS, Introduced: July 24, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to strengthen and protect the rights of mothers to breastfeed their children in public places. It seeks to address discrimination and barriers that nursing mothers may face when choosing to breastfeed.
Key Provisions:
- Explicitly grants the right for mothers to breastfeed in any public or private location where the mother and child are authorized to be present
- Prohibits discrimination or harassment against a mother who is breastfeeding
- Requires public buildings to provide designated private spaces for breastfeeding and pumping
- Establishes civil penalties for violations of the breastfeeding rights
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Nursing mothers will benefit from clearer legal protections and accommodations for breastfeeding
- Businesses, government agencies, and other public spaces will need to comply with the breastfeeding requirements
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been referred to the Governmental Operations committee for consideration
- If passed, the breastfeeding rights and requirements would take effect within 6 months
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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