Safe Water in Schools Act of 2026 amends the Safe Drinking Water Act to address lead contamination in school drinking water.
The Safe Water in Schools Act of 2026 amends the Safe Drinking Water Act to enhance measures against lead contamination in school drinking water. It authorizes appropriations for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to fund these efforts. The bill also mandates the Environmental Protection Agency to provide grants to local educational agencies for certified point-of-use filtration systems at schools and child care programs. This aims to reduce potential lead exposure and remediate contamination.
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