THE HOUSE IS VOTING ON THIS BILL TOMORROW (WEDNESDAY, JULY 8) – ACT NOW!
Please take action today and urge your State Representative to support Amendment #682 to “An act relative to economic development in the Commonwealth” (H5562).
The Arc of Massachusetts is prioritizing this amendment, based on our Universal Changing Tables priority legislation (H256/S102), to ensure that newly constructed, reconstructed, or remodeled public buildings include universal changing stations. Many children, adults, and older adults with disabilities cannot fully participate in community life because public restrooms often lack appropriate changing facilities. Families and caregivers are too often forced to change their loved ones on restroom floors, in vehicles, or avoid community outings altogether because there is nowhere safe or dignified to provide necessary care.
This amendment addresses these barriers while advancing the goals of the Economic Development bill by making Massachusetts more accessible and welcoming for residents and visitors with disabilities. Universal changing tables promote dignity, health, safety, and inclusion while supporting greater participation in local businesses, tourism, recreation, and community life.
Please reach out to your State Representative and urge them to support this amendment.
Learn more about Amendment #682 in The Arc’s fact sheet here.
