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This bill requires newly constructed public schools and public schools undergoing substantial renovations to incorporate water bottle filling stations to increase access to drinking water on school property. The bill sets specific requirements for the water bottle filling stations, such as being accessible, regularly cleaned, and providing clean, filtered, and cooled drinking water. It also mandates a minimum number of water bottle filling stations based on the projected occupancy of the building and requires them to be located near high-traffic areas like cafeterias and gymnasiums. The bill also allows schools to enact disciplinary policies regarding the misuse of water bottles by students or employees.

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