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PA HB471
In books, furniture and supplies, providing for purchase and use of green cleaning products.
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Introduced
03/16/2023
03/16/2023
In Committee
03/16/2023
03/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in books, furniture and supplies, providing for purchase and use of green cleaning products.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require school districts to purchase and use green cleaning products, which are defined as environmentally-friendly cleaning products that meet certain certification standards. The bill requires school districts to develop and implement policies on the purchase and use of these green cleaning products, including establishing purchasing criteria, green cleaning practices, and training for staff. The bill also allows for the use of disinfectants and other microbial products when necessary, and requires school districts that do not purchase green cleaning products to provide written notice to the Department of Education. The bill will take effect 60 days after enactment.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (13)
Tim Briggs (D)*,
Roni Green (D),
Nancy Guenst (D),
Carol Hill-Evans (D),
Mary Isaacson (D),
Emily Kinkead (D),
Maureen Madden (D),
La'Tasha Mayes (D),
Napoleon Nelson (D),
Danielle Otten (D),
Darisha Parker (D),
Ben Sanchez (D),
Mike Schlossberg (D),
Last Action
Referred to EDUCATION (on 03/16/2023)
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