To amend the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act to reauthorize certain programs, and for other purposes.
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Cosponsors (8)
Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.
- Donald Norcross (D-NJ-1)Original· 2025-07-23
- John R. Carter (R-TX-31)Original· 2025-07-23
- André Carson (D-IN-7)· 2025-08-08
- Brian K. Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1)· 2025-08-08
- Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-5)· 2025-08-08
- Angie Craig (D-MN-2)· 2026-01-21
- Lois Frankel (D-FL-22)· 2026-02-11
- Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23)· 2026-02-23
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Plain-English Summary
This bill would extend and update federal safety programs that protect swimmers from dangerous drain suction hazards in pools and spas, which can cause serious injuries or drowning. The legislation reauthorizes funding and oversight for these safety standards that apply to public pools, water parks, and residential spas across the country. Pool operators and facility owners would need to continue following these drain safety requirements to protect their visitors.
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