Relating to the adoption of a healthy and safe school water plan by public schools.
HB 785 requires all Texas public school districts to adopt a "healthy and safe school water plan" to address lead contamination in drinking water sources. The bill mandates schools to test water sources (like taps used for drinking or food) for lead regularly, restrict access to contaminated sources within 48 hours of detection, and maintain records of test results. Districts must publicly post test results on their websites, notify parents and staff within 24 hours of test results, and designate a point of contact for water safety inquiries. These requirements aim to protect students and staff by ensuring timely testing, transparency, and mitigation of lead exposure in school water systems.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 5, 2025
Last action Mar 5, 2025
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Mar 5, 2025
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Referred to Public Education
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Mar 5, 2025
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
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Barbara Gervin-Hawkins
DDemocratic
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