Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Reauthorization Act
This bill reauthorizes the federal grant program for swimming pool and spa safety under the Virginia Graeme Baker Act. It provides $2.5 million annually (2024-2028) to states, tribes, and qualified nonprofits to enforce safety laws and prevent drownings. Grantees must use at least 25% of funds to hire/train staff for safety inspections and drain cover compliance, with the remainder for public education on drowning prevention. The program prioritizes communities with higher drowning rates and requires detailed reporting on grant use and outcomes.
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Sep 2024
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Introduced Sep 24, 2024
Last action Sep 24, 2024
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Sep 24, 2024
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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Sep 24, 2024
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