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H.R. 5063

Safe Beaches, Safe Swimmers Act

Natural Resources Committee · Rep. Jennifer Kiggans (R-VA)

14 September 2026 | Passed House with amendment (voice vote)

What's next: To the Senate (if and when it takes it up)

Summary: The bill would require federal agencies managing beaches and swimming areas to maintain adequate lifeguard staffing during normal operating seasons. If federal lifeguard shortages threaten to leave a beach unmonitored, the Department of the Interior could partner with local governments to provide lifeguards instead, with the federal government reimbursing local agencies for their costs. The requirement would not apply to temporary staffing gaps from things like employee leave.

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Posted 15 September 2026

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H.R. 5063 | Safe Beaches, Safe Swimmers Act | Rep. Jennifer Kiggans (R-VA) | Natural Resources Committee 📅 14 September 2026 | ✅🏛️ Passed House with amendment (voice vote) What's next: To the Senate (if and when it takes it up) Summary: The bill would require federal agencies managing beaches and swimming areas to maintain adequate lifeguard staffing during normal operating seasons. If federal lifeguard shortages threaten to leave a beach unmonitored, the Department of the Interior could partner with local governments to provide lifeguards instead, with the federal government reimbursing local agencies for their costs. The requirement would not apply to temporary staffing gaps from things like employee leave. [AI-Generated]

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