Rhode Island S2791 mandates schools to create plans for academic accommodations for students diagnosed with concussions or brain injuries.

Rhode Island S2791 requires the Department of Education to create a form for schools to use when a student is diagnosed with a concussion or brain injury. This form outlines optional, nonmedical academic accommodations. The bill encourages training for teachers and student athletes on concussions and mandates baseline neuropsychological testing for student athletes. It also requires the development of guidelines for coaches, teachers, school nurses, youth athletes, and their parents about the risks of concussions. The bill takes effect upon passage.

Rhode Island S2791 mandates schools to create plans for academic accommodations for students diagnosed with concussions or brain injuries.

Rhode Island S2791 requires the Department of Education to create a form for schools to use when a student is diagnosed with a concussion or brain injury. This form outlines optional, nonmedical academic accommodations. The bill encourages training for teachers and student athletes on concussions and mandates baseline neuropsychological testing for student athletes. It also requires the development of guidelines for coaches, teachers, school nurses, youth athletes, and their parents about the risks of concussions. The bill takes effect upon passage.