ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

HB 2089: interscholastic activities; health dangers; information

PRIME SPONSOR: Representative Carter, LD 15

BILL STATUS: Education

Abstract

Relating to health information for student athletes.

Provisions

1. Instructs school district athletics policies to include guidelines, information and forms developed in consultation with a private entity that supervises athletics to inform coaches, students and parents on the dangers of heat-related illnesses, sudden cardiac death and prescription opioid abuse.

a. Requires students and parents to annually sign an information form stating they are aware of the risks before participating in athletic activity. (Sec. 1)

2. Makes technical changes. (Sec. 1)

Current Law

School districts are charged with prescribing and enforcing policies and procedure for the health and safety of students participating in athletic activities, including practices and games (A.R.S. § 15-341). Adopted guidelines are required to include the provision of water and procedures for concussions and head injuries.

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Fifty-third Legislature                  HB 2089

Second Regular Session                               Version 1: Education

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