Bill > A05347

This bill establishes a comprehensive indoor air quality inspection and monitoring program for schools in New York, focusing on schools with 1,000 or more students. The legislation defines key terms like "hazardous substances" (including lead, radon, asbestos, and volatile organic compounds) and requires the Department of Health to create a program that involves continuous air quality measurements, inspections, and evaluations in educational facilities. Schools will be required to install vaping detectors in bathrooms and common areas and indoor air quality monitors in classrooms, with the ability to measure particulate matter, volatile organic compounds, temperature, humidity, and carbon dioxide levels. The bill also mandates that after inspections, the department will prepare reports detailing findings, potential air quality issues, and recommendations for improvement. Additionally, the bill provides financial incentives for schools by offering building aid for purchasing and installing vaping detectors and air quality monitoring systems, with potential additional funding of up to 10% above the standard building aid ratio. The Department of Environmental Conservation and State Education Commissioner will collaborate to develop guidelines and regulations, ensuring a comprehensive approach to monitoring and improving indoor air quality in schools.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5347