SB 162
Requiring WV Board of Education to promulgate legislative rule relating to concussion protocol
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Bill overview
This bill requires the West Virginia Board of Education to create a set of rules, in collaboration with the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy, to guide concussion protocols, education, and training. These rules will establish a Concussion Education, Prevention, and Response Plan and apply to schools, youth sports leagues, and activities overseen by the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission. The rules will specify who needs concussion-related education and allow for recommendations to amend existing code sections.
Key provisions
- The West Virginia Board of Education must create a legislative rule on concussion protocols.
- The rule must be developed in consultation with the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy.
- The rule will cover concussion education, prevention, and response plans.
- The rule applies to schools, youth sports leagues, and activities overseen by the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission.
- The initial rule must comply with existing concussion-related code sections.
- The rule must specify who needs concussion-related education.
- Schools must adopt a Concussion Education, Prevention, and Response Plan.
- The Legislature can recommend amendments or repeals to existing code sections.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Board of Education
- West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy
- Schools (elementary and secondary)
- Youth sports leagues
- Students participating in youth sports
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