Protecting Student Athletes From Concussions Act

Bill 117 HR 5216, also known as the Protecting Student Athletes From Concussions Act, aims to address the issue of concussions in student athletes. The bill requires schools to develop and implement concussion management plans that include guidelines for the recognition and treatment of concussions. These plans must also outline the steps that schools will take to ensure that student athletes who have suffered concussions receive proper medical care and are not allowed to return to play until they have been cleared by a healthcare professional.

Additionally, the bill requires schools to provide education and training on concussions to coaches, athletes, and parents. This education must include information on the signs and symptoms of concussions, the potential risks of returning to play too soon after a concussion, and the importance of seeking medical attention if a concussion is suspected.

Furthermore, the bill requires schools to maintain records of all concussions sustained by student athletes and report this information to the appropriate state or local health department. This data will be used to track trends in concussions among student athletes and inform future efforts to prevent and treat these injuries. Overall, the Protecting Student Athletes From Concussions Act aims to improve the safety and well-being of student athletes by ensuring that schools have proper protocols in place to prevent, recognize, and treat concussions. By requiring education, training, and reporting on concussions, this bill seeks to reduce the risk of long-term health consequences for student athletes who participate in sports.