Bill creates concussion protocol for athletes

All public schools in Georgia would be required to create and follow a concussion management program for student-athletes under legislation introduced in the state House on Monday.

House Bill 284, sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Pruett, R-Eastman, would suggest, but not require, that public recreation organizations do the same.

The bill says any student-athlete who shows signs of a concussion must be removed from playing and may not return until a doctor says he or she is well enough to play.