Bill
SD 2303
Overview: SD 2303 is an Act relative to healthy and sustainable schools.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to promote the health, safety, and environmental sustainability of public
Overview: SD 2303 is an Act relative to healthy and sustainable schools.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to promote the health, safety, and environmental sustainability of public school facilities across the state. It recognizes the importance of providing students and staff with learning and working environments that support their well-being and contribute to broader sustainability goals.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes a "Healthy and Sustainable Schools" grant program to fund facility upgrades, such as improved indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and access to clean drinking water
- Requires public schools to develop and implement comprehensive environmental health and safety plans
- Directs the state's education and environmental agencies to develop guidelines and provide technical assistance for school districts
- Mandates the public reporting of key environmental and health metrics for all public schools
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would directly benefit students, teachers, and staff at public schools by improving the physical conditions of school facilities. It could also have broader impacts on local communities and the state's overall environmental and public health goals.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been introduced in the state legislature and is currently under consideration. If passed, the proposed programs and requirements would be implemented over the next several years.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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