H.Res. 379 — Introduced in House

IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 379 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 9, 2023Mr. Pascrell (for himself and Mr. Bacon) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of May 6, 2023, as National Sport Brain Health Day. Whereas youth sports and recreational activities contribute to over 21 percent of all traumatic brain injuries; Whereas athletes of all ages and levels deserve to be educated and to become aware of the importance of brain health; Whereas the seriousness of traumatic brain injury in athletes should not be minimized; Whereas traumatic brain injury can affect physical, mental, and social health, and a greater awareness and understanding of proper diagnosis and management of concussions is critical to improved outcomes; and Whereas the House of Representatives can raise awareness about traumatic brain injury among the medical community and the public: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) expresses support for the designation of National Sport Brain Health Day; (2) recognizes that athletes are at significant risk for traumatic brain injury; (3) commends the Sports Neuropsychology Society for their dedication to raising awareness about traumatic brain injury and treatment in athletes; (4) encourages Federal, State, and local policymakers to work together— (A) to raise awareness about the effects of traumatic brain injury; and (B) to improve the understanding of proper diagnosis and management of brain injury in athletes; and (5) encourages further research and prevention efforts to ensure that fewer athletes experience the most adverse effects of traumatic brain injury.