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HB 1246

An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in grounds and buildings, providing for temperature control standards.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and 12 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania school bill establishes mandatory indoor temperature control standards for public school buildings to ensure safe, healthy learning environments statewide.

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Bill Summary · HB 1246

Legislative bill overview

HB 1246 amends Pennsylvania's Public School Code of 1949 to establish temperature control standards for school buildings. The bill specifically addresses conditions in school grounds and facilities, requiring compliance with defined temperature parameters for student and staff environments.

Why is this important

School building conditions directly affect student learning, attendance, and health outcomes. Extreme temperatures can impair cognitive function, increase illness rates, and create unsafe conditions—particularly affecting vulnerable populations like younger students and those with medical conditions. Establishing statewide standards ensures consistency across districts regardless of local resources.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: Retrofitting HVAC systems in aging school buildings could require significant capital expenditure, creating budget pressures for already-strained districts
  • Enforcement mechanisms: The bill's compliance timeline, inspection procedures, and penalties for non-compliance remain unclear and could determine practical viability
  • Standard specificity: The exact temperature ranges and seasonal variations aren't detailed in this summary, which could prove either too rigid or too vague depending on final language

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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