Legislation Promoting Green Space for Kids
The Living Schoolyards Act, introduced by Senator Martin Heinrich (D-NM), seeks to provide funding for the development and implementation of green schoolyards across the country. The bill focuses on improving the outdoor environments of public schools, making them more sustainable, resilient, and educational for students. Specifically, it aims to provide grants to schools and local communities for the construction or enhancement of outdoor classrooms, gardens, nature trails, and other green infrastructure projects.