Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act mandates minimum state requirements for concussion prevention and treatment in school sports.
The Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act requires states to establish minimum standards for concussion prevention and treatment in school sports. States must develop a concussion safety and management plan, train school personnel, and post concussion information on school grounds and websites. The act mandates that students with concussions receive appropriate academic support and be evaluated for special education eligibility if symptoms persist. Noncompliant states face funding reductions under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.
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