The bill H.194, introduced by several representatives, aims to amend the current law regarding state aid for school construction projects. Specifically, it mandates that any nonemergency school construction project receiving state aid must include the creation of a high-capacity, all-gender restroom with fully enclosed stalls. This requirement is added to the criteria that the Secretary considers when reviewing preliminary applications for school construction projects, which also include factors such as regional educational needs, economic efficiencies, and the suitability of existing facilities.

Additionally, the bill removes the conjunction "and" from the list of criteria that must be met for project approval, thereby streamlining the requirements. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, ensuring that future school construction projects align with the new restroom inclusion mandate.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 16-3448