H.R. 7946: Jury Duty Exemption for Breastfeeding Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Jury Duty Exemption for Breastfeeding Act of 2026, proposes to exempt individuals who are breastfeeding from being required to serve on jury duty in both federal courts and the District of Columbia courts. Below are the key points of what the bill entails:

Key Provisions

• Exemption from Jury Duty: The bill stipulates that breastfeeding individuals who are summoned for jury service shall be excused from this obligation upon their request. This applies to:
  • Courts of the United States
  • Courts of the District of Columbia
• Modification of Legal Text: It amends existing legal codes:
  • In federal law, specifically Section 1866 of Title 28 of the United States Code, by adding a new subsection that formally recognizes the exemption for breastfeeding individuals.
  • In the District of Columbia Official Code, it modifies Section 11–1908(b) to allow courts to exclude breastfeeding individuals from jury service upon their request.

Overall, the bill's intent is to provide legal recognition and support for breastfeeding individuals by ensuring they do not face the obligation of jury duty while they are nursing. This is aimed at making it easier for them to manage their responsibilities and motherhood without the added stress of jury service during breastfeeding.

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