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MI SB1122

Bill

Status

Passed

11/8/2012

Primary Sponsor

John Proos

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Origin

Senate

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Department must develop, adopt, or approve educational materials on concussion nature and risks within 90 days of the effective date.

  • Department must create an electronic concussion awareness training program within 90 days covering concussion risks, athlete removal criteria, and dangers of unreported concussions.

  • Department shall make educational materials and training program available on its website to school personnel, coaches, parents, students, athletes, and the general public.

  • Defines "concussion" as a type of traumatic brain injury recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that may cause changes in mental status and can result from falls, blows to the head, or acceleration/deceleration injuries.

  • Act is contingent upon enactment of House Bill No. 5697 of the 96th Legislature and becomes effective 91 days after final adjournment of the 2012 Regular Session.

Legislative Description

Health; children; youth athletes; require department to develop educational materials and training program regarding concussions in athletes and their return to athletic activity. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 9155. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5697'12

State agencies (existing), community health

Last Action

Assigned Pa 0342'12

11/8/2012

Committee Referrals

Health Policy5/9/2012

Full Bill Text

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