Requirements for Operating Public Cold Baths.

SB 144 exempts qualifying public cold baths from standard public swimming pool regulations in North Carolina. It applies to facilities using a single-person tub or tank with chilled water (under 60°F, 180 gallons max, seated depth), requiring continuous filtration and sanitization. These cold baths are excluded from the definition of "public swimming pool" under state law, meaning operators won't need to comply with full pool safety and maintenance rules. The bill clarifies this exemption to cover facilities like recovery centers or specialized spas meeting all specified criteria. It takes effect July 1, 2025.