Congress·In Committee·H.R. 5063

Keep Lifeguards on Duty at Federal Beaches

Safe Beaches, Safe Swimmers Act

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Stalled

No legislative action in over 90 days.

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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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4 milestones5 actions

Dec 2, 2025House

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Nov 25, 2025House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.

Aug 29, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Aug 29, 2025

Introduced in House

Aug 29, 2025

Introduced in House

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Safe Beaches, Safe Swimmers Act

Bill NumberHR 5063

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.

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