The bill amends the Arkansas Athletic Trainers Act to clarify the definition of "athlete" and introduce new terminology related to athletic training. Specifically, the definition of "athlete" is revised to encompass individuals participating in activities related to recreation, sport, exercise, or tactical duty, replacing the previous language that specified organized athletic or team activities at various competitive levels. Additionally, the definition of "direct supervision" is updated to indicate that the supervising physical therapist or physician must be readily available for consultation in a clinical setting, without the requirement of being physically present on the premises.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new definition for "tactical duty," which encompasses activities associated with law enforcement, military, or rescue services. These changes aim to modernize the language of the Arkansas Athletic Trainers Act and ensure that it accurately reflects the diverse contexts in which athletic training may occur.

Statutes affected:
SB 95: 17-93-402(1), 17-93-402