STRONG Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the STRONG Act, directs the Office of Management and Budget to revise the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system to create a specific code for strength and conditioning coaches. It highlights the important role these coaches play in improving performance and preventing injuries for athletes, law enforcement, first responders, and military personnel. The bill also requires the OMB to report its decision to Congress if it chooses not to create this new occupational category.
Key provisions
- Directs the Office of Management and Budget to revise the Standard Occupational Classification system.
- Seeks to establish a separate code for strength and conditioning coaches.
- Specifies that strength and conditioning coaches have unique qualifications, including certifications, internship experience, and a professional code of ethics.
- Identifies the target audience for these coaches as athletes, law enforcement, first responders, and military personnel.
- Requires the OMB to report its decision to Congress if a separate code is not established.
- Suggests placing this new category within the Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations group.
Who is affected
- Strength and Conditioning Coaches
- Athletes
- Law Enforcement
- First Responders
- Members of the United States Military
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