HB 26-1231

House Bill 26-1231, which has been signed into law, allows physical therapists in Colorado to perform sports physicals for high school students. Previously, these exams could only be conducted by medical doctors or other health-care providers. This change means that more students will have access to the necessary clearances needed to participate in school sports and activities. The bill affects all statewide high schools and their athletic programs, potentially making it easier and quicker for students to get the required physicals from licensed physical therapists.

Official Summary

The bill requires that if a statewide high school activities association (association) requires a physical examination and written clearance from a health-care provider before a student may play or participate in a supervised team athletic activity, the association shall permit a licensed physical therapist to provide the physical examination and written clearance for the student to play or participate.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

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