Texas 2021 - 87th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2605

Caption

Relating to prevention of and safety requirements regarding sudden cardiac arrest affecting public school students participating in interscholastic athletics.

Impact

The introduction of HB 2605 aims to significantly impact state laws by enhancing the legal framework surrounding student athlete safety in Texas. The legislation not only requires educational institutions to provide training for coaches but also compels schools to inform parents and students about the risks associated with cardiac arrest. Schools must ensure that students signed an acknowledgment form regarding sudden cardiac arrest before participation, ensuring that both students and parents are educated on the matter. These measures represent a proactive approach to student safety, aiming to reduce risks associated with athletic activities.

Summary

House Bill 2605 focuses on enhancing the prevention and safety requirements concerning sudden cardiac arrest for students participating in interscholastic athletics. The bill mandates that educational institutions implement protocols aimed at recognizing warning signs and symptoms of cardiac arrest during athletic activities. Notably, it outlines the process of training coaches, who must complete approved training courses regarding sudden cardiac arrest prior to coaching any interscholastic athletic activity for the school year. This emphasizes the importance of preparedness and awareness in schools to help protect student athletes.

Contention

While the bill has garnered support for promoting student safety, there are concerns regarding the implementation of such regulations. Critics may argue about the potential financial burden it places on schools, particularly in terms of providing training for coaches and developing required materials. Additionally, there may be contention about the effectiveness of such training and whether it truly enhances awareness and preparedness in emergencies. Overall, the bill elicits a dialogue about balancing safety with feasible implementation strategies in the educational context.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB691

Relating to prevention of and safety requirements regarding sudden cardiac arrest affecting public school students participating in interscholastic athletics.

TX HB1002

Relating to the membership of a public school concussion oversight team and the removal of a public school student from an interscholastic athletic activity on the basis of a suspected concussion.

TX HB1802

Relating to the compensation and professional representation of certain students participating in University Interscholastic League activities or in intercollegiate athletic programs at certain institutions of higher education.

TX SB971

TX HB4148

Relating to the transfer of students between public schools.

TX HB1797

Relating to public school policy regarding the prevention of heat stress.

TX HB4400

Relating to a cardiac arrest registry for information on the incidence and causes of cardiac arrest among certain persons; providing an administrative penalty.

TX SB418

Relating to the transfer of students between public schools.

TX SB29

Relating to the transfer of students between public schools.

TX SB11

Relating to measures for ensuring safety and security in public schools, including measures related to the health and safety of public school students and active shooter training for certain peace officers.

Similar Bills

IA HF189

A bill for an act relating to the eligibility of students enrolled in nonpublic schools to compete in extracurricular interscholastic athletic contests or competitions provided by public schools, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 1.) Effective date: 06/06/2025, 08/01/2025.

IA HF2003

A bill for an act relating to the participation in extracurricular interscholastic athletic contests and competitions by students with disabilities who are enrolled in public schools or nonpublic schools.

MS HB498

"Tim Tebow Act"; establish to provide equal access for homeschoolers to participate in public school extracurricular activities.

RI H6191

House Resolution Extending Congratulations

TX HB84

Relating to requiring public school and public institution of higher education students to compete in interscholastic athletic competitions based on biological sex.

TX SB27

Relating to requiring public school and public institution of higher education students to compete in interscholastic athletic competitions based on biological sex.

IA HF2214

A bill for an act relating to the eligibility of students enrolled in public schools or nonpublic schools to compete in extracurricular interscholastic athletic contests or competitions provided by other public schools or nonpublic schools.(See HF 2553.)