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A 6175

Prohibits children twelve years old and younger from playing tackle football

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Michael Benedetto

Bans tackle football for children 12 and under to cut injuries and brain injury risks, affecting youth leagues, schools, and families.

REFERRED TO HEALTH
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Bill Summary · A 6175

Summary of Bill A 6175

Bill A 6175 would prohibit children aged 12 years and younger from playing tackle football. The measure is currently in the Health Committee.

Overview and purpose

  • Purpose: To reduce safety risks associated with tackle football among younger children by prohibiting participation for those 12 and under. The title identifies the core objective as a ban on tackle football for this age group.
  • Status: Referred to the Health Committee (February 26, 2025).

Key provisions (based on available information)

  • Central provision: The bill would prohibit participation in tackle football by children who are 12 years old or younger.
  • Text details not provided: Specific definitions (e.g., what constitutes “tackle football”), enforcement mechanisms, penalties, exemptions, and implementation timelines are not included in the provided summary.

Who would be affected

  • Primary beneficiaries/targets: Children 12 years old and younger who would be prevented from playing tackle football.
  • Secondary impacts: Youth football leagues, school-based programs, community sports organizations, parents/guardians, and coaches who supervise or organize youth football activities.
  • Institutions that could be involved: Schools, youth sports leagues, park districts, and local governments implementing program policies.

Legislative history and related bills

  • Introduced: February 26, 2025
  • Sponsor: Michael Benedetto (primary)
  • Related and companion legislation (indicating ongoing interest in the topic across sessions and chambers):
    • A 4529, A 1269, A 2692, A 4116, A 5530, A 4448 (prior sessions)
    • S 5295 (companion; listed twice in the provided record)

Procedural timeline and next steps

  • Current status: Referred to Health; the next steps typically include committee hearings, potential amendments, and a floor vote in the chamber of origin, followed by consideration in the other house if applicable.
  • Timeline: No specific dates beyond the initial referral are provided; passage depends on committee action and subsequent legislative approvals.

Potential implications and considerations

  • Public health impact: Potential reductions in youth injuries and brain safety concerns associated with early tackle football.
  • Operational considerations: Enforceability, definitions of “tackle football,” and how programs would transition athletes to non-tackle formats or other activities.
  • Stakeholder considerations: Youth leagues, schools, parents, medical professionals, and sports organizations may seek guidance, exemptions, or phased implementation.

Note: The summary reflects information available in the bill’s description. The full text would clarify definitions, enforcement, funding, and any exemptions or transition provisions.

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

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