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MA H2188

MA H2188
Clarifying participation in athletic safety programs


summary

Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish an interscholastic athletic head injury safety training program within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill aims to establish an interscholastic athletic head injury safety training program within the Department of Public Health. The key provisions require coaches, athletic directors, and parents/legal guardians of children participating in extracurricular athletic activities to take the safety training program every two years. If the Department makes changes to the program, they must participate in the updated version. This bill seeks to ensure that those involved in interscholastic sports are regularly informed about and trained in athletic safety protocols, particularly around head injuries, in order to protect the wellbeing of student-athletes.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4739 (on 07/01/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2188
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2188.pdf
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