The Senate unanimously passed a resolution Wednesday allowing lawmakers to bring their babies onto the floor during votes — a move that will allow Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., to bring her newborn with her to work in Washington.
Duckworth gave birth to a baby girl, Maile Pearl Bowlsbey, earlier this month — becoming the first senator to give birth while in office. Duckworth pushed for the change in Senate rules so she could cast votes as she juggles her senatorial duties with motherhood.
Her Senate colleagues quickly embraced the change. The new rule will allow senators to bring infants under age 1 on the floor, something not previously allowed. Click here for more details from News 2