Congress·Reported·H.R. 5063

Safe Beaches, Safe Swimmers Act

Keep Lifeguards on Duty at Federal Beaches

StalledNext up: The House

The House must act next: a House floor vote.

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No action since August 2026

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If a federal beach is short on lifeguards, the Interior Department can hire local lifeguards to cover normal hours.
The federal government must pay local agencies back for all reasonable costs, including for current and future deals.
This covers swimming spots run by National Parks, Fish and Wildlife, Land Management, and Reclamation.
Short, everyday absences like sick days do not count as a shortage, so this is for bigger gaps.
The goal is fewer unguarded beaches, quicker rescues, and safer visits for families.

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5 milestones9 actions

Aug 27, 2026House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 673.

The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.

Aug 27, 2026House

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-772.

Jul 22, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.

Jul 22, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Jul 22, 2026House

Subcommittee on Federal Lands Discharged

No votes, news coverage, or related bills recorded for this bill yet.

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Safe Beaches, Safe Swimmers Act

Bill NumberHR 5063

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 673.

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