A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to standards and reporting regarding indoor air quality in schools within the city school district

Summary

This local law, Int. No. 699, amends the administrative code of New York City to establish standards and reporting requirements for indoor air quality in public schools. The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene will set indoor air quality standards, addressing temperature, humidity, air changes per hour, and pollutants like CO2, CO, PM2.5, and PM10. The Department of Education, in collaboration with the Department of Environmental Protection, will post real-time air quality reports on its website, including ambient temperature, humidity, air changes per hour, CO2, CO, PM2.5, and PM10 levels for various school spaces. This will also include reports on the installation and maintenance of air quality monitoring devices. An annual report detailing trends in these metrics will be submitted to the City Council Speaker and the Commissioner of Health and Mental Hygiene. Additionally, the departments will conduct outreach and education to raise awareness about indoor air quality. The law takes effect 120 days after enactment, with rulemaking required before that date.

Citizen Impact

This law will provide parents and students with real-time information on indoor air quality in schools, promoting healthier learning environments. It also mandates the establishment of air quality standards and educational outreach.

Confidence

high