Public Schools and Youth Sports Programs - Concussion Protocol - Alterations
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Summary
The bill directs the Maryland State Department of Education to create concussion‑education policies that include athletic officials, coaches, school staff, students and parents. It gives officials, coaches, school personnel and parents the authority to immediately remove a student from a game or practice if a concussion is suspected and to bar return until a licensed health‑care provider clears the student. It also allows anyone to sue for a declaratory judgment to enforce these rules.
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- Ways and Means — Bill HearingWays and Means · Mar 4, 2026
History
- Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Ways and Means
Sponsors
- Miller · sponsor
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