Bills · S 2889
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2889Education
Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act of 2025
INTRO SEP 18· LAST ACTION SEP 18
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenConcussions can have serious short-term and long-term consequences, affecting a student's brain health, academic performance, and overall well-being. This bill matters because it seeks to establish a nationwide minimum standard for how schools handle concussions, potentially reducing the risk of further injury and ensuring students receive appropriate care and academic support. If this bill becomes law, it means that even in states with less stringent rules, students would benefit from improved safety protocols, better education for parents and staff, and clearer guidelines for returning to school and sports after a head injury.
Without this bill, the quality and consistency of concussion management in schools would continue to vary significantly from state to state and even district to district, potentially leaving some students vulnerable to inadequate care and increased risk of complications from head injuries. It addresses a critical public health concern regarding youth sports safety.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires states receiving federal education funds to establish minimum requirements for concussion prevention and treatment in school sports within five years.
Ensures a baseline level of concussion safety across states, promoting uniformity in student athlete protection.
PROVISION 02
Mandates local school districts to create comprehensive concussion safety and management plans, including educating students, parents, and staff.
Ensures all stakeholders are informed about concussion risks, recognition, and response, fostering a safer school environment.
PROVISION 03
Requires immediate removal of a student from athletic activity if a concussion is suspected and prohibits return until cleared in writing by a healthcare professional.
Prevents students from playing while injured, which is crucial for preventing more serious brain damage.
PROVISION 04
Calls for schools to provide academic accommodations and support for students recovering from concussions, guiding their gradual return to learning.
Acknowledges the cognitive impact of concussions and supports students' academic recovery, preventing prolonged academic difficulties.
PROVISION 05
Requires public schools to post and make publicly available information on concussion risks, symptoms, and appropriate actions.
Increases awareness among the entire school community, empowering students and staff to recognize and report potential concussions.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSSEP 18
Introduced in Senate
SEP 18
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S6734)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2889
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 18, 2025
Last actionSep 18, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, AND PENSIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 18, 2025
Senate BillS 2889Education
Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act of 2025
INTRODUCED SEP 18, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 18, 2025
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