Safe Water for Schools

Summary#

The bill would renew funding authorization for the school drinking water fountain replacement grant program. It would authorize $7 million for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2029, replacing the prior authorization of $5 million for each fiscal year from 2019 through 2021.

What it means for you#

Schools could seek support through the grant program to replace drinking water fountains. The bill does not describe who qualifies or guarantee that any school will receive a grant.

Expenses#

The bill would authorize $7 million for each of fiscal years 2027, 2028, and 2029. No publicly available information on actual spending is provided.

Proponents' View#

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Opponents' View#

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