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BillHR 8614 · 119

Safe Water in Schools Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 30, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 30, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires schools to test their water for lead and other contaminants, and to take action to remove or reduce these hazards. Funds replacement of old water infrastructure in schools to provide safe drinking water.

Sponsored By

John James
Republican · Michigan · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 30, 2026
  3. Apr 30, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects students, teachers, and staff in US schools, potentially improving their health by reducing exposure to lead and other contaminants in drinking water. It also impacts school districts, which would receive funding to upgrade their water infrastructure.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeEnergy and Commerce Committee
IntroducedApr 30, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 30, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Subjects
  • Climate
  • Education

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.