Youth Sports Safety Advisory Commission

HB 1272 establishes a Youth Sports Safety Advisory Commission to study and recommend evidence-based safety practices for youth athletes, particularly those under 15 years old. The commission includes medical professionals (like pediatricians and orthopedists), sports organization representatives (such as youth soccer and athletic training groups), and state education officials. It will study injury prevention strategies, seek input from national youth sports organizations (e.g., US Youth Soccer), and submit findings and recommendations to state agencies by December 31, 2026. The commission will expire automatically on September 30, 2030, without requiring further legislative action.