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www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Newsom says he'll veto any bill banning youth tackle football

California is considering a bill that would ban tackle football for children under 12 due to the risks of brain trauma.
The bill has sparked a contentious debate over parental rights and the future of the sport. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
California

Ban on youth tackle football in California not moving forward

A proposed bill in California that would have banned tackle football for kids under 12 will not be moving forward.
California Governor Gavin Newsom stated that he would not sign legislation that bans youth tackle football. [ more ]
ESPN.com
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Calif. governor nixes youth tackle football ban

California Governor Gavin Newsom will not sign a proposed ban on tackle football for children under 12, ending advocates' hopes of passing the bill this year.
Newsom is concerned about the health and safety of young athletes but believes an outright ban is not the solution.
The proposed ban gained momentum amid increasing concern about concussions and the rise in popularity of flag football, but faced strong opposition from parents, coaches, and kids. [ more ]
time.com
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

California Lawmakers to Consider a Ban on Tackle Football for Kids Under 12

A bill to ban tackle football for children under 12 in California has cleared its first hurdle and will be considered by the state Assembly.
Advocates argue that the ban will protect kids from brain damage, while opponents believe it will cut off children from physical activity and important learning experiences. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Lawmakers to consider ban on tackle football for California kids under 12

California lawmakers will debate banning tackle football for children under 12.
Advocates argue it would protect kids from brain damage, while coaches oppose it as it cuts off physical activity. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

California lawmakers to consider ban on tackle football for kids under 12

California lawmakers are considering a bill to ban tackle football for children under 12
The bill would not take effect until 2026 and proposed amendments would phase in implementation through 2029 [ more ]
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youth-sports
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

Should California ban youth tackle football? A bill to do so is in big trouble

California Governor Gavin Newsom is opposing a bill that would ban young people from playing tackle football in the state.
Newsom has threatened to veto Assembly Bill 734, which would bar children under the age of 12 from playing tackle football. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

California moves closer to becoming first state to ban tackle football for kids under 12

California Assembly Bill 734 aims to ban tackle football for children under 12 years of age.
The bill is a response to growing concerns over concussions and brain trauma from tackle football. [ more ]
moreyouth-sports
Slate Magazine
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Some People in California Want to Ban Tackle Football for Kids. They Won't Win. Yet.

Newsom's decision to veto the bill banning tackle football for kids under 12 was motivated by political considerations and a desire to protect himself from attacks on his future ambitions.
Opponents of the bill argued that parents should have the ultimate decision-making power over their children's participation in contact sports, despite the potential health risks. [ more ]
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