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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the School Code. With respect to in-service training programs, provides that the school board of each school district operating a secondary education program shall annually conduct in-service training on iron deficiency and iron anemia caused by participation in athletics for all coaches of high school interscholastic athletics in the school district. Provides that the training shall include menstrual dysfunction, low-energy availability, low bone-mineral density, signs and symptoms, the impact on health and performance, and what measures can be taken to prevent or mitigate the negative impacts of these conditions.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that by the 2027-2028 school year, school districts offering secondary education must annually provide in-service training for all high school interscholastic athletics coaches on iron deficiency and iron anemia, conditions that can arise from athletic participation. This training will cover crucial topics such as menstrual dysfunction, low-energy availability, low bone-mineral density, recognizing the signs and symptoms of these conditions, their effects on health and athletic performance, and strategies for prevention and mitigation.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 02/06/2026)
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