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Safer Schools: Grants for Toxic Substance Remediation

This act aims to enhance safety in schools and childcare facilities by providing grants for the removal of harmful substances. This will ensure a healthier environment for children and staff, while schools receive financial support for necessary renovations and inspections. The act prioritizes assistance for facilities in low-income areas and emphasizes the use of American materials and labor.
Key points
Grants for inspections, testing, and removal of toxic substances (e.g., lead, asbestos, PCBs) and improvement of indoor air quality in public schools, early childhood education programs, and childcare facilities.
Prioritized support for facilities in high-poverty areas and those near contaminated sites.
Requirement for using American-made products (iron, steel, manufactured products) and employing qualified apprentices in projects funded by these grants.
Increased transparency through public disclosure of information on school contamination and program results.
Authorization of $5.2 billion annually for fiscal years 2022-2032 to carry out the toxic substance remediation program.
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Print number: 117_S_2660
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-08-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Get Toxic Substances Out of Schools Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2660.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants for inspections, testing, and removal of toxic substances (e.g., lead, asbestos, PCBs) and improvement of indoor air quality in public schools, early childhood education programs, and childcare facilities.
  • Prioritized support for facilities in high-poverty areas and those near contaminated sites.
  • Requirement for using American-made products (iron, steel, manufactured products) and employing qualified apprentices in projects funded by these grants.
  • Increased transparency through public disclosure of information on school contamination and program results.
  • Authorization of $5.2 billion annually for fiscal years 2022-2032 to carry out the toxic substance remediation program.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

CATEGORIES

Environment Education Health