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U.S. Access Board Seeks Public Comment Regarding Approach to Technical Requirements for Universal Changing Stations

February 18, 2026

The U.S. Access Board has published an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) asking for public comment on its approach to developing technical standards for universal changing stations required to be provided by sponsors of medium and large hub airports seeking airport development project grants. The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 requires the Access Board to issue these standards, and the ANPRM proposes multiple approaches to developing them.

A universal changing table (also known as an “adult changing table”) is a table on which an individual with a disability receives assistance from a caregiver with toileting. They are used by individuals with a range of disabilities and medical conditions, who may be wheelchair users, older adults, or children, teens, or adults with developmental disabilities, among others.

The Board requests general information and comments on whether to incorporate by reference an existing industry standard or develop a new standard, elements that should be included within the room where a universal changing table is located, and associated costs. To view the ANPRM, staff contact information, or instructions on providing comments, go to the docket webpage.

Public comments for the ANPRM are due by April 20, 2026. Individuals may submit comments via any of the following methods:

  • Federal Register: Select the “Submit a Formal Comment” link at the top of the notice and follow the instructions.
  • Email: docket@access-board.gov. Include docket number ATBCB-2026-0001 in the subject line of the message.

  • Mail: Include docket number ATBCB-2026-0001 in the content of your letter.

    Office of Technical and Information Services
    U.S. Access Board
    1331 F Street NW, Suite 1000
    Washington, DC 20004-1111

All interested individuals and organizations, including persons with disabilities, caregivers of disabled individuals, and manufacturers of universal changing tables, among others, are encouraged to comment. Please note that all comments received will be posted to the public docket ATBCB-2026-0001 on the Regulations.gov website, including any personal information provided. The public comment period is open until April 20, 2026.