Senate Approves Jaquez Lewis’ Bill to Expand Access to Non-Gendered Restrooms in Public Buildings

HB23-1057 would require non-gendered facilities, infant changing stations on most floors of government owned buildings

DENVER, CO – Today, Senator Sonya Jaquez Lewis’, D-Longmont, bill to make restroom amenities more accessible in government buildings for people of any gender identity, those who have an infant, and those who require accessible restrooms, was approved by the full Senate.

HB23-1057 would require any new construction or restroom renovation of a qualifying public building to include a non-gendered restroom and baby changing station that is accessible to the general public on each floor that contains restroom facilities.

“Colorado has been a national leader when it comes to advancing equality for LGBTQ+, seniors, and the differently-abled folk,” said Jaquez Lewis. “This is basic human decency and respect to make government buildings more comfortable and safe, no matter who you are. This bill will also make child care easier for new parents.”

The bill would also require non-gendered facilities to have updated signage with non-gendered pictograms. Buildings would also be required to implement signage to direct people toward infant changing tables.

HB23-1057 will now move to the Governor’s desk to be signed into law. You can follow the bill’s progress HERE.