Karina Villa backs HB4379 mandating adult changing stations in public venues

On May 31, 2026, Sen. Karina Villa (D-25th) voted Yes on HB4379—a bill mandating adult changing stations in public buildings—during the 104th General Assembly, according to the Illinois Senate. The measure passed the Senate by a vote of 46-12.

The official summary for the legislation reads: "ADULT CHANGING STATIONS."

Our analysis below is derived from the actual bill, offering clarity where possible on its details.

This legislation amends the Illinois Equitable Restrooms Act, expanding its requirements to include state-owned and designated public buildings, such as large retailers, airports, hospitals, museums, and parks. These facilities must provide adult changing stations that comply with defined safety, accessibility, and equipment standards. The act specifies definitions for adult changing stations and powered, height-adjustable tables, requires proper maintenance, repairs, and cleaning, and mandates ADA-compliant floor space. The bill also requires clear signage and directory indications for the location of each station. Effective Jan. 1, 2029, new covered buildings must include at least one such table in a single-occupancy, all-gender public restroom, and from Jan. 1, 2031, the requirement applies to substantial renovations costing $10,000 or more.

The action for HB4379 is recorded as 'Third Reading - Passed'.

Villa, a Democrat, began serving in the Illinois State Senate in 2021 representing the 25th District, succeeding former senator Jim Oberweis.

Legislation in Illinois proceeds through a series of steps starting with either chamber, followed by committee consideration, debates, and voting in both chambers before being presented to the governor for enactment or veto. The General Assembly functions on a biennial cycle, and although thousands of bills are introduced each session, only a small percentage make it through the process to become law.