This bill proposes updates to current statutes by requiring the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) to compile and post information regarding water safety courses and swimming lessons on its website before the 2025-2026 school year. Specifically, the ADE will provide information on the importance of water safety education and a list of local providers offering these courses, including those that are free or at a reduced cost. This new requirement is aimed at enhancing public awareness and accessibility to water safety resources.

Additionally, starting in the 2025-2026 school year, each school district and charter school will be mandated to provide parents with the webpage address for the water safety information compiled by ADE upon the initial enrollment of their child. The bill also defines a "water safety course" as age-appropriate education designed to promote safety around bodies of water and reduce the risk of drowning. Overall, these changes aim to improve water safety education and resources for families in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-120.05
House Engrossed Version: 15-249.19
Chaptered Version: 15-249.19