Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Reauthorization Act
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Latest action (16 Sep 2026): Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
What this bill does
S. 3467, the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Reauthorization Act, would reauthorize and modify a federal grant program aimed at improving swimming pool and spa safety. The bill would allow nonprofit organizations that have experience in pool safety and drowning prevention to be eligible for these grants, in addition to states and Indian tribes. Grant funds could be used by states and tribes for hiring and training personnel to enforce safety laws and inspect pool drain covers, as well as for public education on drowning prevention. Nonprofit organizations would primarily use the funds for public education.
The bill also proposes changes to how the grant program is administered. It includes factors for awarding grants, such as geographic diversity, the applicant's experience, and whether funds would be used in areas with higher drowning rates or in underserved communities. The bill authorizes appropriations for the grant program and for a separate federal education and awareness program related to pool safety for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.
This bill was introduced in the Senate and has been ordered reported by the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation with an amendment. If passed by the Senate, it would then move to the House of Representatives for consideration.
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Timeline
16 Sep 2026
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Common questions
- What does S. 3467 do?
- S. 3467, the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Reauthorization Act, would reauthorize and modify a federal grant program aimed at improving swimming pool and spa safety. The bill would allow nonprofit organizations that have experience in pool safety and drowning prevention to be eligible for these grants, in addition to states and Indian tribes. Grant funds could be used by states and tribes for hiring and training personnel to enforce safety laws and inspect pool drain covers, as well as for public education on drowning prevention. Nonprofit organizations would primarily use the funds for public education. The bill also proposes changes to how the grant program is administered. It includes factors for awarding grants, such as geographic diversity, the applicant's experience, and whether funds would be used in areas with higher drowning rates or in underserved communities. The bill authorizes appropriations for the grant program and for a separate federal education and awareness program related to pool safety for fiscal years 2026 through 2030. This bill was introduced in the Senate and has been ordered reported by the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation with an amendment. If passed by the Senate, it would then move to the House of Representatives for consideration.
- Has S. 3467 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 3467. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 3467?
- S. 3467 was sponsored by Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN] (D-MN), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S. 3467?
- Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably. (16 Sep 2026).
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