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RI H7901
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jacquelyn Baginski
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AI Summary
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Requires all Rhode Island school districts to designate an athletic trainer licensed under chapter 60 of title 5 for each high school within the district
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Removes previous language that merely encouraged districts to have athletic trainers or "similarly trained persons" at athletic events, replacing it with a mandate
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Changes terminology from "youth" athlete to "student" athlete throughout the concussion protocol provisions
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Removes the encouragement for baseline neuropsychological testing of student athletes while retaining parental notification requirements about concussion risks
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Requires all school districts to designate a certified athletic trainer at each high school within its district.
Education
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/10/2026