Krueger and colleagues unveil new fully accessible restroom in Pa. State Capitol Complex
Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus March 3, 2026 | 4:13 PM
HARRISBURG, March 3 – Individuals with intellectual or physical disabilities visiting the Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex now have access to an accommodating restroom in the building’s East Wing, state Rep. Leanne Krueger, D-Delaware, announced this morning.
“I’m proud to be here with my colleagues, with members of our leadership staff and with the advocates who fought from day one to officially cut the ribbon,” said Krueger. “Our Capitol is not only a workplace but also a landmark full of art, architecture, and history. With the addition of this restroom, more people, of all abilities, will be able to find ease and comfort in visiting.”
Accessibility advocates initiated the project with former state Rep. Dan Miller, who resigned his position in December when he was elected to serve as a county judge. Krueger, the PA Democratic Caucus, and advocacy groups continued the work after his departure.
The new restroom is located near 2 East Wing and the Capitol Media Center on the ground floor of the building and includes the following equipment:
- A lift track system and hoist.
- An adult-rated changing table with adjustable height.
- An easy-raise, assisted-lift toilet seat.
- A height adjustable sink.
Krueger was joined at the ceremony by House colleagues Reps. Abigail Salisbury and Joe Hohenstein; staff representatives for Speaker Joanna McClinton, Leader Matt Bradford and Chairman Jodan Harris; the Department of General Services; and several advocates.
“Too often when we talk about accessibility, the focus stops at ramps and doors. But accessibility is deeper than that,” said Lisa Tesler, executive director of the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council. “It’s about true inclusion. It’s about ensuring that every person, no matter their needs, age, or ability, has the same access, comfort, safety, and dignity in public spaces that so many of us take for granted.”
Michael Anderson, legislative advocate for the Arc of Philadelphia, said, “A designated resource like this offers dignity and safety, and is a great first step for people with disabilities of all walks of life, who greatly benefit from it. This project has been in the works for many years, and I’m very happy to see that it has finally been completed.”
“This restroom is more than just the equipment inside it,” said Sherri Landis, CEO of the Arc of Pennsylvania. “It is freedom. Freedom for a family to say ‘Let’s go to the Capitol and visit,’ and not have to worry about where their loved one might have to be changed or use a facility. It’s dignity. It’s dignity that someone can come into this building just like everybody else, and use a restroom, and no one’s going to think anything of it.”