Bill > A05383

This bill expands existing legislation about concussion safety in youth sports by requiring informational packets about concussions to be provided to parents and guardians of children participating in soccer, lacrosse, ice hockey, and field hockey programs, in addition to the previously covered tackle football programs. The bill defines these sports programs broadly to include any practice, game, or activity organized by a school, adult, public or private league, or other entity whose purpose is to allow children to participate in these specific sports. The informational packets, which will be provided by the department and available for free download from their website, will contain information about concussions and sub-concussive blows, and the potential injuries that might result from such impacts. By expanding the scope of the original concussion safety act, the bill aims to increase awareness and understanding of concussion risks among parents and guardians of young athletes across multiple sports, potentially helping to prevent and better manage sports-related head injuries.