Texas HB816 regulates youth sports programs, requiring licenses, safety training, and concussion protocols.

Texas HB816 establishes licensing and regulation for youth sports programs. It mandates that individuals operating such programs must hold a license issued by the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation. Coaches and trainers must complete a safety training course similar to the University Interscholastic League's program. Programs must also develop and implement concussion and venue safety protocols approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The bill creates an advisory board to provide advice on technical matters related to the administration of this chapter.

Texas HB816 regulates youth sports programs, requiring licenses, safety training, and concussion protocols.

Texas HB816 establishes licensing and regulation for youth sports programs. It mandates that individuals operating such programs must hold a license issued by the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation. Coaches and trainers must complete a safety training course similar to the University Interscholastic League's program. Programs must also develop and implement concussion and venue safety protocols approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The bill creates an advisory board to provide advice on technical matters related to the administration of this chapter.