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California Bill Could Allow Soft Helmet Pads in Youth Football Leagues

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California Assemblymember Avelino Valencia (D-Anaheim) introduced a bill that aims to prevent youth football leagues from prohibiting players from wearing padded helmets add-ons, similar to the ones NFL players wear to mitigate concussions. In a news release, Valencia’s office highlighted evidence that shows tackle football puts young players at risk for concussions. “Research conducted by Virginia Tech has demonstrated that soft-shelled helmet …

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California bill could allow soft helmet pads in youth football leagues

California Assemblymember Avelino Valencia (D-Anaheim) introduced a bill that aims to prevent youth football leagues from prohibiting players from wearing padded helmets add-ons, similar to the ones NFL players wear to mitigate concussions. In a news release, Valencia’s office highlighted evidence that shows tackle football puts young players at risk for concussions. “Research conducted by Virginia Tech has demonstrated that soft-shelled helmet …

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California proposal would allow soft helmet pads in youth football leagues

The California Legislature could stop youth tackle football leagues from banning padded Guardian Caps on helmets to prevent concussions.

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(+) Helmet Requirements Have Become Necessary

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Cal Matters broke the news in Sacramento, United States on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
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