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MA H3483

Relative to athletic training


summary

Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to athletic trainers and athletic training. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill updates the definitions of "Athletic Trainer" and "Athletic Training" in the state's laws. It defines an "Athletic Trainer" as a person who is licensed to practice Athletic Training in the Commonwealth. "Athletic Training" is defined as the application of principles, methods, and procedures for evaluating and treating injuries and illnesses, as well as conditioning and reconditioning patients, through the use of various preventative and supportive devices, physical modalities, and exercise. The bill specifies that Athletic Training includes industrial care, education, and instruction to coaches, athletes, parents, medical personnel, and the community on the treatment, care, and prevention of injuries and illnesses.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (30)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4449 (on 02/24/2020)

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