Jury Duty Exemption for Breastfeeding Act of 2026
Jury Duty: Exemption for Breastfeeding Parents
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill, introduced by Rep. Norton, would allow breastfeeding parents to be excused from federal jury duty. If a person is called for jury service and is currently breastfeeding, they can simply ask to be let go, and the court must grant that request.
- The new rule would apply to all federal courts across the United States and the local court system in Washington, D.C. It aims to make the rules consistent so that parents do not have to worry about how to feed their babies or maintain their health while serving on a long trial.
- Right now, whether a breastfeeding person can get out of jury duty often depends on the specific judge or the local court's internal rules. This law would make it a guaranteed right for the individual to choose to be excused if they feel it is necessary for their child's care.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E217)
Votes
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Jury Duty Exemption for Breastfeeding Act of 2026
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