AL HB308

Amends Section 22-11E-2 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to strengthen concussion and head injury protocols for youth athletes in schools and sports organizations.

Requires each local school system and sports or recreational organization to develop guidelines and forms informing youth athletes and parents about concussion risks, nature of brain injury, and dangers of continuing play after suspected injury.

Mandates that a concussion and head injury information sheet be signed and returned by the youth athlete and parent or guardian annually before the athlete begins practice or competition.

Requires coaches to receive annual training on recognizing concussion symptoms and seeking proper medical treatment, with training to occur before the beginning of practice using designated resources to the extent practicable.

Prohibits youth athletes suspected of sustaining a concussion from returning to play the day of injury and requires evaluation by a licensed physician and written clearance before the athlete may return to practice or competition.