Bills · HR 4751
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4751Commerce
To amend the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act to reauthorize certain programs, and for other purposes.
INTRO JUL 23· LAST ACTION JUL 23
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because pool and spa safety remains a critical public health concern, with thousands of drownings and injuries occurring each year, especially among young children. By reauthorizing these programs, the federal government maintains its capacity to support states in adopting crucial safety measures like proper fencing, drain covers, and warning systems. It also ensures that public education efforts continue, raising awareness about supervision, swimming lessons, and CPR.
If this bill becomes law, these programs can continue to receive federal funding through 2027, allowing for ongoing initiatives that aim to prevent accidents. If it doesn't pass, the specific federal authorization for these programs to receive appropriations for those years would lapse, potentially leaving states with fewer resources for safety improvements and weakening national public awareness campaigns about water safety.
KEY PROVISIONS
2AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Reauthorizes the Swimming Pool Safety Grant Program for fiscal years 2025 through 2027.
This ensures states can continue to receive federal financial support for enforcing pool safety laws and implementing preventative measures.
PROVISION 02
Reauthorizes the Education and Awareness Program for fiscal years 2025 through 2027.
This allows for continued federal funding of campaigns that teach the public about critical pool and spa safety practices.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 8
D· Florida
YRS IN OFFICE
21
BILLS LED
28
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 50%
DEM 6 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 23
Introduced in House
JUL 23
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4751
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 23, 2025
Last actionJul 23, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025
House BillHR 4751Commerce
To amend the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act to reauthorize certain programs, and for other purposes.
INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 23, 2025
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