The legislation is intended to protect young athletes from serious head injuries. The bill includes several proposed provisions:
• Players may not participate in any practices or games until parents sign a form confirming they have received a concussion and brain injury information sheet.
• Coaches must pull a player from play if they are suspected to have suffered a concussion or brain injury.
• The injured athlete may not return to play until they are assessed and cleared to play by a physician or athletic trainer.
According to the report, 38 states have already implemented legislation aimed at protecting young athletes from head injuries.
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