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Pool Safety: New Rules and Support for Drowning Prevention

This act aims to enhance safety in pools and spas to prevent drownings, especially among children. It introduces new rules for grant programs for states, Indian tribes, and non-profit organizations that assist in education and enforcement of safety regulations. Citizens can expect more educational programs and better oversight of pool safety in their communities.
Key points
Expansion of the pool safety grant program to include states, Indian tribes, and non-profit organizations.
Increased funding for public education on preventing drownings and entrapments in pools.
Requirement for hiring and training personnel to enforce pool safety regulations.
Prioritization of grants for areas with high drowning rates and underserved communities.
Strengthened oversight and reporting by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regarding pool safety programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5202
Sponsor: Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25]
Process start date: 2023-08-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Reauthorization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5202.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-08-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expansion of the pool safety grant program to include states, Indian tribes, and non-profit organizations.
  • Increased funding for public education on preventing drownings and entrapments in pools.
  • Requirement for hiring and training personnel to enforce pool safety regulations.
  • Prioritization of grants for areas with high drowning rates and underserved communities.
  • Strengthened oversight and reporting by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regarding pool safety programs.
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 Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 372.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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