Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the requirement for safe public school facilities.
EDUCATION -- Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the requirement for safe public school facilities.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
Amending Idaho Code 33-1613 to create requirements for safe public school facilities, provide fines for violation, ensuring protections for Idaho’s children and those who care for them every day. Idaho's children must learn in a safe, healthy school environment. Some of our public school facilities currently face serious safety and health concerns that put students and staff at risk. This legislation strengthens existing school safety requirements by mandating rigorous facility inspections, requiring prompt abatement of unsafe conditions related to lead and mold, and prompt mitigation of high levels of radon, and establishing clear accountability measures including mandatory reporting to parents. By implementing these enhanced safety protocols and protections, Idaho reaffirms its commitment to our communities and parents that Idaho’s public school children are learning in school facilities that meet basic safety and health standards.
LATEST ACTION
Reported Printed and Referred to Education
BILL INFO
- Session
- 2025
- Chamber
- house
- Status date
- Mar 26, 2025