HB0088S01 | School Water Testing Requirements

Description
General Description: 

This bill addresses water quality for schools.

Bill Details
Bill Number: 
HB0088S01
Year: 
2020
Status: 
House/ filed
Last Action: 
Mar 12, 2020
Sponsor
Representative
Stephen G. Handy
Republican - District 16
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$2,000,000
This bill appropriates in fiscal year 2021: to the State Board of Education - State Administrative Office, as a one-time appropriation: from the Education Fund, One-time, $2,000,000.
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Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Local Issue

This would be an unfunded mandate.

Impact on Children: 

Children drink more fluids per pound of body weight than adults and their bodies are more susceptible to contaminants and disease. Clean water is essential to the health of children. Water can become polluted in many ways including in place of learning.

Commission: 
Safety
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

National PTA Resolution on Lead Poisoning Prevention

Resolved, That the National PTA and its constituent associations advocate for lead testing and the remediation of lead contaminated soils and water; The National PTA, recognizes the importance of safe drinking water to the health of all children.

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities: 

4. Support safe practices and environments for all children.

Links
National PTA Resolution on Lead Poisioning Prevention
Utah Public Policy