Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act
This bill requires states receiving federal education funds to establish concussion safety plans for public schools by 2028. It mandates schools to educate staff and parents about concussions, immediately remove students showing symptoms from activities, require written medical clearance before returning to sports, and provide academic accommodations for students recovering. Schools must post concussion information based on CDC guidelines and create recovery plans involving health professionals and school staff. States failing to comply face progressive funding cuts of 5% in the first year and 10% in subsequent years from their Elementary and Secondary Education Act funds. The law directly affects all public school students, coaches, and staff in participating states.
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Introduced Feb 17, 2026
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