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AR HB1625
Bill
Status
4/27/2011
Primary Sponsor
Garry Smith
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AI Summary
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Adds Arkansas Code 20-7-136 establishing mandatory practice time limitations for pee-wee athletics (organized sports for children 10 years old or younger, including soccer, softball, baseball, football, and basketball)
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When temperature or heat index is 75°F-80°F: limits practice to 2 sessions per day lasting 30 minutes each with 10-minute breaks between sessions
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When temperature or heat index is 81°F-84°F: limits practice to 3 sessions per day lasting 15 minutes each with 10-minute breaks, and prohibits outdoor practice between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
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When temperature or heat index reaches 85°F or above: prohibits all pee-wee athletic practice
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Requires coaches to provide water or sports drinks for all children and entitles parents to full refund of registration fees if a coach violates these requirements
Legislative Description
To Prevent Heat-related Illness And Death In Children Who Participate In Pee-wee Athletics.
Last Action
House Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
4/27/2011