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WV HB3410

WV HB3410
To allow public high schools to have full time athletic trainers


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Introduced
02/13/2023
In Committee
02/13/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/11/2023

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

The purpose of this bill is to have full-time athletic trainers at public high schools in West Virginia.

AI Summary

This bill aims to require public high schools in West Virginia to have full-time licensed athletic trainers. The bill grants county boards the authority to employ these trainers, either directly or through a contract with a healthcare facility or university, to provide comprehensive medical services and healthcare for all student-athletes participating in organized sports, ROTC, and performing arts. The athletic trainers must be certified and licensed by the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy and are responsible for complying with relevant state laws, including those related to concussions, automated external defibrillators, and emergency action plans for sports.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

To House Education (on 02/13/2023)

Bill Topics

Education
  • ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
Health
  • ‐ Emergency and Pre-Hospital Care
  • ‐ Infants and Children

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