concussion laws

Jenna's Law outlines specific responsibilities for youth sports organization directors. Under Jenna’s Law you must: Ensure the coaches and referees in your organization receive annual training to learn how to recognize the symptoms of a concussion and how to seek proper medical treatment for a person suspected of having a concussion. Adopt a policy that establishes: 1) the requirements of the...

Max and Jenna's Laws outline specific responsibilities for referees. If you are a paid or volunteer referee or official working under a referee governing body for a non-school athletic team that includes any person under 18 years of age you must: Complete annual training to learn how to recognize the symptoms of a concussion and how to seek medical treatment for a person suspected of having a...

Max and Jenna's Laws outline specific responsibilities for coaches, because they play a key role in concussion management. Coaches are on the front lines and often are the first to observe a bump, jolt, or blow to the head that could cause a concussion. After the student is cleared to return to play by a healthcare provider, the coach is involved in returning the student to play. Coach...

Max and Jenna's Laws outline specific responsibilities for school administrators. Below you can find out more about your responsibilities and how to fulfill them. Under Max’s Law you must: Develop a list of coaches. Identify resources the district will use to provide training for all athletic coaches. Develop training timelines for coaches of all athletic...