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SB 140

Coach Safely Act; procedures and penalties for noncompliant youth athletic associations, provided

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jabo Waggoner

Alabama's Coach Safely Act establishes safety procedures and penalties for youth athletic associations, creating accountability mechanisms to protect young athletes during sports activities.

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Bill Summary · SB 140

Legislative bill overview

SB 140, the Coach Safely Act, establishes mandatory safety procedures and compliance requirements for youth athletic associations in Alabama. The bill creates enforcement mechanisms and penalties for organizations that fail to meet these safety standards for young athletes.

Why is this important

Youth athletic safety is a significant public health concern, with coaches and organizations responsible for preventing injuries and misconduct. Establishing clear procedures and accountability measures helps protect minors during sports activities and creates legal frameworks for enforcement when organizations fail to maintain safe environments.

Potential points of contention

  • Definitional clarity: The specific safety procedures required and which organizations are covered may be ambiguous, creating compliance uncertainty for smaller or volunteer-run athletic groups
  • Penalty structure: The severity and proportionality of penalties for noncompliance could disproportionately affect volunteer-based youth organizations with limited resources
  • Implementation burden: Smaller associations may lack infrastructure to implement and document compliance, potentially creating barriers to operation rather than improving safety outcomes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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