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OK SB63

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/7/2011

Primary Sponsor

Patrick Anderson

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires school districts to develop guidelines and forms to inform coaches, athletes, and parents about concussion and head injury risks, with annual completion required before participation.

  • Mandates removal of youth athletes suspected of sustaining concussion or head injury from play, with clearance from a licensed health care provider required before return to participation.

  • Permits religious exemption from medical evaluation requirement if parent, guardian, or legal custodian submits written statement refusing evaluation on religious grounds.

  • Imposes mandatory two-week minimum waiting period before participation for athletes who refuse medical treatment on religious grounds following suspected concussion or head injury.

  • Becomes effective July 1, 2011, with emergency clause for immediate implementation.

Legislative Description

Head injuries in youth athletes; permitting religious exemption for required examination. Effective date. Emergency.

Education - Common

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services

2/8/2011

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services2/8/2011

Full Bill Text

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