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ID S1306

ID S1306
Amends existing law to provide that certain chiropractic physicians are qualified health professionals for purposes of returning athletes to play after suspected concussions or head injuries.


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Introduced
02/11/2022
In Committee
02/14/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/31/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

YOUTH ATHLETES -- Amends existing law to provide that certain chiropractic physicians are qualified health professionals for purposes of returning athletes to play after suspected concussions or head injuries.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to provide that certain chiropractic physicians, in addition to physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice nurses, are qualified health professionals for the purpose of returning athletes to play after suspected concussions or head injuries. The bill outlines the specific requirements for chiropractic physicians to be considered qualified, including completing a state board-approved concussion management education program. The bill also establishes that if a school or youth sport organization follows the protocols developed for removing and returning athletes to play, they will be protected from liability in a civil action.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services, Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Health and Welfare Committee (S)

Last Action

Reported Printed; referred to Health & Welfare (on 02/14/2022)

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