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Breastfeeding
Despite cheers, breastfeeding bill unlikely to pass this year
December 16th, 2004
Women would be able to breastfeed their children in restaurants, stores and other public places under a bill being promoted by female legislators. The bill was inspired by a federal appeals court ruling last summer that Wal-Mart's refusal to allow women to breastfeed in its stores does not violate an Ohio law that prohibits sex discrimination in public places. At a legislative hearing, audience members openly cheered testimony and female legislators urged passage of the bill even before holding the requisite three hearings. Male legislators asked few questions, mostly listening politely. A nursing mother, Sharon Mech of Columbus,...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2004-12-16)
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