H.R. 10596: Safe Water for Schools Act of 2026

This bill would rename itself the Safe Water for Schools Act of 2026 and change one part of the Safe Drinking Water Act that helps schools replace drinking water fountains.

What the bill changes

Under current law, the federal government can provide money for a grant program that helps schools replace old drinking fountains. This bill would update that program by:

• Setting the funding level at $7 million per year
• Making that funding available for fiscal years 2027 through 2029

What that means in practice

If enacted, the bill would continue federal support for schools to replace or upgrade drinking fountains, likely to improve access to safe drinking water in school buildings. The bill does not describe new eligibility rules, reporting requirements, or how the money would be distributed; it mainly changes the funding authorization amount and time period.

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