What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 5738.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-26.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr5738/BILLS-117hr5738rfs.htm

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2022/roll214.xml

Is this summary verified?

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Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Luria, Elaine G. [D-VA-2].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 420 - 0 (Roll no. 214). (text: CR H5104-5105)

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 5738

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Lactation Spaces for Veteran Moms in VA Medical Centers

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: All Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers are required to provide lactation spaces. These spaces must be private, hygienic, accessible to individuals with disabilities, include a chair and a working surface, be easy to locate, and clearly identified. The act seeks to improve comfort and accessibility for veteran mothers and other women needing to express breast milk.

New legislation mandates that all Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers provide dedicated, hygienic, and private lactation spaces. This aims to make it easier for veteran mothers and other women to express breast milk, ensuring comfort and accessibility. These changes are to be implemented within two years of the act's enactment.

Key points

All Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers are required to provide lactation spaces.

These spaces must be private, hygienic, accessible to individuals with disabilities, include a chair and a working surface, be easy to locate, and clearly identified.

The act seeks to improve comfort and accessibility for veteran mothers and other women needing to express breast milk.

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VOTING RESULTS

2022-05-18

For 420

Against 0

Abstain 0

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Additional Information

Lactation Spaces for Veteran Moms Act

Print number: HR 5738

Sponsor: Rep. Luria, Elaine G. [D-VA-2]

Process start date: 2021-10-26

Voting date: 2022-05-18

Meeting no: 2

Voting no: 214

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