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NY A05383

Bill

Status

Engrossed

1/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Alex Bores

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Expands existing concussion information requirements from tackle football programs to also include soccer, lacrosse, ice hockey, and field hockey programs
  • Requires all covered youth sports programs to provide parents and guardians with informational packets about concussions and sub-concussive blows
  • Informational packets must be provided by the Department of Health and available for free download from the department's website
  • Defines covered programs as any practice, game, or activity organized by schools, adults, public or private leagues, or other entities allowing children to participate in these sports
  • Known as the "concussion safety act" and amends Public Health Law Section 2595

Legislative Description

Requires soccer programs, lacrosse programs, ice hockey programs, and field hockey programs to provide informational packets about concussions to parents and guardians of children participating in soccer programs; defines soccer programs, lacrosse programs, ice hockey programs, and field hockey programs.

Last Action

REFERRED TO HEALTH

1/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Health1/27/2026
Health2/13/2025

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