Bill
H 2443
Overview: Bill Number: H 2443, Title: An Act to protect little lungs, Status: Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End
Overview: Bill Number: H 2443, Title: An Act to protect little lungs, Status: Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time, Introduced: February 27, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to address concerns about the impact of air pollution on children's health, particularly the effects of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and other pollutants on developing lungs.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the state environmental agency to establish stricter air quality standards for PM2.5 and other pollutants, with a focus on protecting children's health
- Mandates the installation of air filtration systems in all public schools and childcare facilities
- Provides funding for the replacement of older, high-emission vehicles in school bus fleets
- Imposes additional regulations on industrial facilities and power plants to reduce emissions
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Children attending public schools and enrolled in childcare facilities would benefit from improved indoor air quality
- School districts and childcare providers would be responsible for installing and maintaining the required air filtration systems
- Businesses and industries subject to the new emissions regulations may face increased compliance costs
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This bill has been introduced in the state legislature and is currently scheduled for a hearing on July 14, 2025. If passed, the new air quality standards and other provisions would likely be implemented over a multi-year timeline to allow for compliance.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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