H.R. 8614: Safe Water in Schools Act of 2026
The bill known as the Safe Water in Schools Act of 2026 aims to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act with specific provisions targeting lead contamination in drinking water within schools and child care programs.
Key Provisions
- Point-of-Use Filtration Systems: The bill authorizes grant programs that allow local educational agencies to install certified point-of-use filtration systems. These systems are intended to:
- Act as a preventative measure to reduce possible lead contamination in drinking water, especially before any testing has been conducted.
- Remediate existing lead contamination in drinking water within schools and child care facilities.
- Authorization of Funding: The legislation establishes specific funding allocations over several fiscal years to support the implementation of these provisions. The funding schedule is as follows:
- $60 million for fiscal year 2026
- $63 million for fiscal year 2027
- $66 million for fiscal year 2028
- $69 million for fiscal year 2029
- $72 million for fiscal year 2030
The overall goal of this bill is to ensure safer drinking water for students and children in educational settings by addressing lead contamination effectively through preventive measures and remediation efforts.
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Sponsors
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Apr. 30, 2026 | Introduced in House |
| Apr. 30, 2026 | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. |
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