Bills · HR 5063
REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5063First responders and emergency personnelMigrant, seasonal, agricultural labor
Safe Beaches, Safe Swimmers Act
INTRO AUG 29· LAST ACTION AUG 27
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it directly impacts the safety and accessibility of popular federal beaches and swimming areas. Without adequate lifeguard staffing, these locations might become dangerous or even be forced to close, limiting public access to recreational spots. This bill aims to prevent such issues by creating a clear path for federal agencies to quickly address lifeguard shortages by partnering with local communities.
If this bill becomes law, beachgoers can expect more consistent lifeguard presence at federal sites, reducing risks. If it doesn't pass, federal beaches could continue to face staffing challenges, potentially leading to more closures or a higher risk of accidents, especially during peak seasons when public safety is most critical. It also addresses potential financial burdens on local communities that might otherwise assist without full compensation.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The Secretary of the Interior must seek agreements with local government agencies to provide lifeguard services if a federal designated swim location has a staffing shortage.
This ensures federal beaches can maintain lifeguard coverage even when federal agencies are short-staffed.
PROVISION 02
Local government agencies providing these lifeguard services must be reimbursed for all reasonable costs incurred.
This encourages local governments to participate without bearing financial burdens.
PROVISION 03
Existing agreements for lifeguard services between federal and local agencies must be amended to ensure full reimbursement for local governments, overriding previous cost-sharing terms.
This ensures fair compensation for local agencies that might already be helping under different financial arrangements.
PROVISION 04
Defines a "staffing shortage" as a level of staffing that negatively impacts the ability to adequately staff a designated swim location with federal lifeguards, leading to or likely leading to unmonitored locations, but excludes short-term absences.
This clarifies when federal agencies are required to seek outside help, preventing unnecessary agreements for minor staffing issues.
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ACTION TIMELINE
19 EVENTSAUG 27
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-772.
AUG 27
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 673.
JUL 22
Subcommittee on Federal Lands Discharged
JUL 22
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5063
Congress119th
StatusReported
IntroducedAug 29, 2025
Last actionAug 27, 2026
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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED AUG 29, 2025
House BillHR 5063First responders and emergency personnelMigrant, seasonal, agricultural labor
Safe Beaches, Safe Swimmers Act
INTRODUCED AUG 29, 2025· LAST ACTION AUG 27, 2026
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