Safe Haven Baby Boxes at Fire Stations
Summary
The council discussed the potential installation of Safe Haven Baby Boxes at Waco fire stations to provide safe infant surrender options.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 8
- Last 30 days
- 7
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Incurs installation, maintenance, and recurring operational costs for baby box units.
Distressed parents seeking anonymous infant surrender options under the Baby Moses law.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Waco weighs safe haven baby box for newborns
(Raygan Lopez, KXXV) One of the 23 safe haven baby boxes located in Texas (WACO, Texas) — The Waco City Council is discussing the possibility of installing a safe haven baby box — a secure, anonymous way...
Regular City Council Meeting - Oct 6, 2026
Community members and local advocates urged the city to consider installing Safe Haven Baby Boxes at fire stations to provide safe, anonymous newborn surrenders.
Regular City Council Meeting - Sep 1, 2026
The council discussed the potential installation of Safe Haven Baby Boxes at Waco fire stations to provide safe infant surrender options.
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