Rep. DeLaRosa votes in favor of HB4379 mandating adult changing stations in public facilities

Rep. Margaret A. DeLaRosa (D-42nd) cast a Yes vote for HB4379—a measure requiring adult changing stations in public buildings—during the 104th General Assembly on May 31, 2026. The bill advanced in the Illinois House with a vote of 83-22, according to the Illinois House.

The legislation is officially titled "ADULT CHANGING STATIONS."

Below is a summary, based on the official bill text, which incorporates interpretive clarifications for understanding its scope.

HB4379 extends the Equitable Restrooms Act in Illinois. It mandates that state-owned and designated public properties, including major retailers, airports, hospitals, museums, and parks, must install adult changing stations meeting specific safety, accessibility, and equipment requirements. The law defines both adult changing stations and powered, height-adjustable adult changing tables, requiring proper maintenance, repairs, cleaning, and ADA-compliant floor space from operators. The law also stipulates the need for conspicuous signage and directory inclusion. After Jan. 1, 2029, all new buildings covered by the law—and after Jan. 1, 2031, qualifying renovations costing at least $10,000—will need to provide at least one of these tables in a single-occupancy, all-gender public restroom.

The official legislative action for HB4379 was recorded as 'Senate Floor Amendment No. 3 House Concurs'.

DeLaRosa earned a Bachelor of Science from DePaul University.

A Democrat, DeLaRosa was elected to the Illinois State House in 2025, succeeding Terra Costa Howard to represent the 42nd House District.

Legislation in Illinois proceeds through a multi-step process that includes introduction, committee consideration, floor debate, and votes in the House and Senate before reaching the governor for enactment or veto. The General Assembly meets on a biennial cycle; most introduced bills do not ultimately become law.