MOUNTAIN HOME AIR FORCE BASE, Idaho -- The 366th Fighter Wing Commander, Col. David Iverson, has issued the following official statement regarding the recent policy letter on breastfeeding in public spaces on-base.

"Thank you for bringing your concerns to my attention. I respect and appreciate all of the comments and feedback I have received so far regarding this issue.

I believe breastfeeding mothers have the right to breastfeed in public. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2014 (Public Law 113-76 Section 722) protects a mother's right to breastfeed in any location on federal property. However, it does not address one way or another the manner in which one may breastfeed.

I better understand the concerns regarding breastfeeding in public and am sorry individuals were offended. The policy was not intended to ostracize anyone and I regret it had that effect.  I will revoke this policy while we look for a better way to accommodate and be respectful of all individuals in our community."

Please direct further questions to the 366th Fighter Wing Public Affairs Office at 208-828-6800, or by email at 366wgpa@mountainhome.af.mil.