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National Program for Indoor Air Quality: New Standards and Funding for Schools.

This Act establishes a national program, managed by the EPA, to reduce health risks from indoor air contaminants in buildings, focusing heavily on schools and childcare facilities. Citizens will benefit from new, science-based guidelines on safe contaminant levels (like radon and carbon monoxide) and financial assistance provided to local authorities for improving ventilation and filtration. These changes aim to create healthier learning and living environments, especially for children and vulnerable populations.
Key points
New EPA Guidelines: The Agency must list key contaminants (e.g., particulate matter, radon) and publish voluntary, science-based guidelines for their safe concentration levels in buildings.
Support for Schools and Childcare: The program includes a national assessment of indoor air quality in educational facilities and provides technical and financial assistance for upgrading ventilation and filtration systems.
Healthy Building Certifications: Voluntary certifications will be introduced for buildings that demonstrate exemplary practices in preventing or minimizing health risks from indoor air contaminants.
Financial Assistance: $100 million annually (2026-2030) is authorized for grants and technical aid to State, local, and Tribal governments, and schools to implement air quality improvement programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5123
Sponsor: Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20]
Process start date: 2025-09-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5123.

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 2025-09-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New EPA Guidelines: The Agency must list key contaminants (e.g., particulate matter, radon) and publish voluntary, science-based guidelines for their safe concentration levels in buildings.
  • Support for Schools and Childcare: The program includes a national assessment of indoor air quality in educational facilities and provides technical and financial assistance for upgrading ventilation and filtration systems.
  • Healthy Building Certifications: Voluntary certifications will be introduced for buildings that demonstrate exemplary practices in preventing or minimizing health risks from indoor air contaminants.
  • Financial Assistance: $100 million annually (2026-2030) is authorized for grants and technical aid to State, local, and Tribal governments, and schools to implement air quality improvement programs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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