Hearing DetailsYouth Sports

Event Details

Status:

Completed

Event Date:

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Start Time:

1:00 PM

Location:

437 and Virtual

Event Description

A public hearing being held for the purpose of considering submitted testimony for when recommendations are to be made by the youth sports working group. No votes are being made at this hearing

About the Commission:

Established by Chapter 238 of the Acts of 2024, the working group has a charge of conducting an investigation and study of the current state of youth sports, and to study and make recommendations relative to the regulation of youth sports. (a) There shall be a special working group on youth sports to conduct an investigation and study of the current state of youth sports. The working group shall study and make recommendations relative to the regulation of youth sports, including, but not limited to: (i) maximum participation hours per youth sport in a defined period of time; (ii) licensing of businesses and coaches, including licensing fees and the conditions under which any such licensing fee may be waived to promote access to participation; and (iii) standards for player safety, including concussion protocols and athletic trainer requirements. The working group shall conduct not less than 3 public hearings. (b) The working group shall consist of: the chair of the state athletic commission, who shall serve as chair of the working group; 2 members appointed by the president of the senate; 2 members appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives; 1 member appointed by the minority leader of the senate; 1 member appointed by the minority leader of the house of representatives; and 7 members appointed by the governor who shall have experience and expertise in youth sports. Members of the working group shall not be compensated for their service.

Formed by: MGL §305 of Session Law (Acts 2024) CH. 238

Members of the public may access this meeting virtually via Microsoft Teams.

Microsoft Teams meeting

Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/285217436605138?p=Z88JoPxhwthx6qAe1h

Item Name	Start Time	Duration	Webcast
Youth Sports - 5-21-2026	5/21/2026 1:00 PM	00:22:10

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