HI SCR32

Requests the Department of Education to establish a task force to determine if cheerleading should be classified as an interscholastic sport in public school athletic programs

Task force composition includes 3 cheerleading coaches appointed by the Governor, 2 public high school athletic department representatives appointed by the Superintendent of Education, 1 member appointed by the Senate President, and 1 member appointed by the House Speaker

Task force must assess the appropriateness, feasibility, and impact of classifying cheerleading as an interscholastic sport, including insurance and budgetary requirements

Task force must create an implementation plan for the Department of Education if cheerleading as an interscholastic sport is deemed appropriate

Task force must submit final report and recommendations to the Legislature by June 30, 2013, and ceases to exist on that date