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H 744MASSACHUSETTSSession 194thState Billin committee

Massachusetts establishes special commission to study club sports coaching and facility oversight

Original title: An Act relative to club sports coaching staff

Last action · April 22, 2025: Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2Sponsor: Marcus Vaughn

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What This Bill Would Do

Massachusetts establishes a special legislative commission to study club sports coaching standards, background checks, and the creation of a statewide licensing board for facilities by June 30, 2026.

Why it matters

Parents, young athletes, and club facility operators face potential future statewide licensing and mandatory coach training requirements depending on the commission's upcoming recommendations.

Background
  • Marcus S. Vaughn is a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives representing the 9th Norfolk district. context

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

Club sports facilities

Facilities face a comprehensive review of their hiring, training, and reporting practices, along with potential future licensing and accountability requirements.

Directly affected

Coaches at club sports facilities

Coaches are subject to commission review regarding training, vetting standards, and accountability guidelines.

Directly affected

Children and young adults participating in club sports

Participants stand to be affected by potential new safety, training, and reporting safeguards implemented as a result of the commission's findings.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main goal of the newly established commission?
The commission is tasked with studying the quality of coaching staff at club sports facilities, focusing on proper training, vetting, reporting mechanisms for children and young adults, and evaluating the creation of a statewide licensing board.
When does the commission have to report its findings?
The commission must report its findings, recommendations, and any necessary draft legislation no later than June 30, 2026.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

3 actions
  1. Apr 22, 2025Joint
    Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2
  2. Feb 27, 2025Senate
    Senate concurred
  3. Feb 27, 2025HouseCommittee
    Referred to the committee on Education

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Sponsors

Marcus VaughnHouse · District 9th NorfolkRepublicanPrimary sponsor

Connected Entities

General Laws, General Court, Massachusetts Recreation and Parks Association
otherGeneral Laws“Governing laws under which the special commission is established”Map →
OrganizationGeneral Court“Legislative body appointing members to the commission”Map →
OrganizationMassachusetts Recreation and Parks Association“Organization represented on the appointed commission”Map →

Sources

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malegislature.gov

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