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US HB7590

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mark DeSaulnier

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • States receiving Elementary and Secondary Education Act funds must establish minimum concussion safety requirements within 5 fiscal years or face funding reductions of 5% the first year and 10% in subsequent years of noncompliance

  • Local educational agencies must develop concussion safety plans that train school personnel on prevention and recognition, provide educational materials to students and parents, and support students recovering from concussions with multidisciplinary management teams

  • Students suspected of sustaining a concussion must be immediately removed from school-sponsored athletic activities and cannot return until receiving written clearance from a health care professional trained in pediatric concussion management

  • Public schools must post peer-reviewed concussion information (such as CDC materials) on school grounds and websites, including risks, symptoms, and recommended actions for students

  • Schools must provide academic accommodations for students recovering from concussions, including cognitive rest periods, modified assignments, and evaluation for services under IDEA or Section 504 if symptoms persist

Legislative Description

Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act

Education

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

2/17/2026

Committee Referrals

Education and Workforce2/17/2026

Full Bill Text

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