Connecticut SB00194 mandates cardiac screening and informed consent for student athletes in high-intensity sports.
Connecticut SB00194 requires the State Board of Education to create an informed consent form for parents of student athletes in high-intensity sports. The form must summarize sudden cardiac arrest awareness education and local policies. Coaches must provide this form and obtain parental signatures before the season starts. Students reporting certain cardiac symptoms must undergo an electrocardiogram test and receive clearance from a licensed healthcare provider to participate in high-intensity sports.
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