Arkansas Legislation HB1213 (2025)

Arkansas Athletic Training Legislation HB 1213

Key Provisions:

Definition of "Athlete": The bill revises the definition to encompass individuals participating in activities related to recreation, sport, exercise, or tactical duty, replacing the previous language that specified organized athletic or team activities at various competitive levels.

Direct Supervision: The bill modifies the definition of "direct supervision" to indicate that the supervising physical therapist or physician must be readily available for consultation in a clinical setting, without the requirement of being physically present on the premises.

Tactical Duty: The bill introduces a new definition for "tactical duty," which encompasses activities associated with law enforcement, military, or rescue services.

Resource:

Arkansas Athletic Trainers Association