ALBANY
– Parents in New York State who have their children signing up for Football will have to be notified of the dangers associated with the sport under a new state law.
Governor Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday signed legislation requiring tackle football programs to provide the parents or guardians of all participating children with informational packets regarding concussions and sub-concussive blows, and the injuries that may result from receiving such blows.
The governor said medical research on the long-term effects of concussions and sub-concussive hits continues to evolve, and Parents should have the facts when it comes to the well-being of their children. He added that access to this information will help with decision-making and encourage best practices on the field.
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