Congress extends pool safety funding through 2027
H.R. 4751 — To amend the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act to reauthorize certain programs, and for other purposes. · Filed by Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) · 8 cosponsors · Introduced Jul 23, 2025 · Referred to committee
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What it does
This bill extends federal funding for two swimming pool and spa safety programs for three additional years (2025–2027), replacing an expiration date of 2023. The programs fund grants for pool safety improvements and public education about drain hazards and water safety.
Why we flagged it
The bill is a straightforward extension of existing federal funding for water-safety programs. It contains no new policy, no structural changes, and no private carve-outs — only a renewal of grant and education authorities.
Who it affects
The bill extends funding for public safety programs that reduce drowning and drain-entrapment injuries, particularly among children. Reauthorization maintains federal support for state and local pool safety grants and public awareness campaigns without imposing new costs on citizens.