Prior to 4:30 Tuesday afternoon it was legal in Michigan to discriminate against a woman nursing in public.
Not anymore!
While it is still unclear what the penalties will be for establishments or individuals who discriminate against a breastfeeding mother, this law approved by Governor Snyder (and sponsored by state Senator Rebekah Warren) has many Michigan moms breathing a sigh of relief.
Michigan is now the 46th state to pass this type of legislation protecting a mother’s right to breastfeed anywhere open to the general public.
Congratulations Michigan!
