The proposed bill, titled the "Mac Parkman and Ray Lewis III Act," aims to enhance awareness and prevention of repetitive head impacts in high-risk sports, particularly for youth under 18. It establishes a new section in Florida law, 381.996, which outlines legislative findings regarding the dangers of repetitive head impacts and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The bill mandates that parents or legal guardians registering children in high-risk sports receive educational materials on these topics, which must be signed and returned before participation. Additionally, it requires athletic directors, coaches, referees, and trainers to complete annual training on head impact awareness, and the State Surgeon General is tasked with developing continuing education courses for various medical and sports professionals.

Furthermore, the bill creates the Florida Brain Health in Sports Panel within the Department of Health, which will consist of experts and stakeholders to provide annual reports to the Legislature on progress and recommendations related to head impact education and training. The Department of Health is authorized to use appropriated funds for developing educational materials and training programs, as well as to enter into partnerships to expand awareness. The bill also designates September 24 as "Parkman-Lewis Day" to coincide with National Concussion Awareness Month, and it is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.