Lactation Spaces for Veteran Moms Act

# Lactation Spaces for Veteran Moms Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would require Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers across the country to provide dedicated lactation spaces where nursing mothers can express breast milk in a clean, private setting. Currently, nursing mothers at VA facilities may lack appropriate spaces and sometimes resort to using bathrooms. The bill specifies that these spaces must be hygienic, easily accessible, and separate from restrooms. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill primarily affects veteran mothers who use VA medical centers for their own healthcare or while accompanying family members receiving care.

It also impacts the VA system, which would need to establish and maintain these spaces at all its medical centers. The requirement ensures facilities meet basic standards for cleanliness, privacy, and ease of location—recognizing that new mothers often need to express milk multiple times throughout the day. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Lauren Underwood (D-IL) and remains under review by the relevant congressional committees.