Bill > H1974

This bill amends existing law, specifically section 222 of chapter 111 of the General Laws, to establish an interscholastic athletic head injury safety training program within the Department of Public Health. The key provision requires coaches, athletic directors, and parents or legal guardians of student athletes participating in extracurricular athletic activities to complete this training program every two years. However, if the Department of Public Health makes changes to the program, these individuals must participate in the updated program sooner than the two-year mark. This initiative aims to enhance safety by ensuring those involved in youth athletics are educated on head injury prevention and management.