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MA S1223

MA S1223
Relative to the creation of a sports injury commission


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

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to create a sports injury commission. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a Sports Injury Commission to investigate and report on the incidence of sports injuries in elementary, middle, and high school children. The commission will collect data on types of injuries, frequency, severity, high-risk sports, and the long-term impact on young athletes, including eye, facial, head, and heart injuries. The commission will develop recommendations to reduce sports injuries, such as mandatory use of protective eyewear and headgear in high-risk sports, as well as mandatory heart testing. The commission will be composed of various state officials and representatives from medical and sports organizations, and will report its findings and recommendations to the legislature by December 31, 2020.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see S2765 (on 06/18/2020)

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