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HB 635PENNSYLVANIASession 2025-2026State Billin committee

Pennsylvania House Bill 635 requires certified lifeguards at health club pools of 1,500 square feet or larger

Original title: An Act amending the act of December 21, 1989 (P.L.672, No.87), known as the Health Club Act, providing for lifeguards.

Last action · February 20, 2025: Referred to TOURISM, RECREATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, Feb. 20, 2025Sponsors: Brian Munroe and 11 others

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What This Bill Would Do

Pennsylvania health clubs operating swimming pools with a water surface area of 1,500 square feet or larger must have at least one on duty during general swimming hours, effective in 60 days.

Why it matters

Health club operators must incur staffing costs to hire s for pools meeting the size threshold, while members and guests gain mandatory supervision during general swimming hours.

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

Health club operators

Health club operators must ensure certified lifeguards are on duty during general swimming hours for pools meeting the size threshold.

Directly affected

Health club members and guests

Members and guests gain mandatory lifeguard supervision while using qualifying swimming pools.

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Department of Health

The department is involved in recognizing lifeguard certifying authorities for the purpose of valid credentials.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which health club pools are required to have a lifeguard?

Any health club swimming pool that has a water surface area of 1,500 square feet or larger and is open for general swimming purposes to members or guests.

What qualifies someone to be a certified lifeguard under this bill?

An individual must hold a current certificate in lifeguarding issued by a certifying authority recognized by the Department of Health.

When does this requirement go into effect?

The act takes effect 60 days after final enactment.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

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Feb 20, 2025HouseCommittee
Referred to TOURISM, RECREATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, Feb. 20, 2025

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