Maryland HB837 mandates cardiovascular prescreening for students participating in interscholastic sports.

Maryland HB837 requires public and nonpublic schools to include cardiovascular prescreening in physical examinations for students participating in interscholastic sports. This prescreening involves a targeted personal and family history and a physical examination based on nationally recognized guidelines. The bill also mandates that coaches review information on sudden cardiac arrest and its warning signs. Starting from the 2026-2027 school year, public schools must report the number of students who undergo these examinations to the county board or health department.

Maryland HB837 mandates cardiovascular prescreening for students participating in interscholastic sports.

Maryland HB837 requires public and nonpublic schools to include cardiovascular prescreening in physical examinations for students participating in interscholastic sports. This prescreening involves a targeted personal and family history and a physical examination based on nationally recognized guidelines. The bill also mandates that coaches review information on sudden cardiac arrest and its warning signs. Starting from the 2026-2027 school year, public schools must report the number of students who undergo these examinations to the county board or health department.