The proposed bill, titled "An Act to Protect the Lives of Student Athletes; Freddys Law," aims to enhance the safety of high school athletes in Massachusetts by mandating electrocardiogram (ECG) screenings. Specifically, it requires the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) to develop policies and procedures for these screenings, which must be completed before participation in interscholastic athletic competitions starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The bill outlines various aspects of the MIAA policy, including compliance, protocols for abnormal results, religious exemptions, and the transferability of screening results.

Additionally, the bill mandates that various insurance policies, including those under the Group Insurance Commission and other health insurance plans, provide coverage for one ECG screening for high school-aged MIAA athletes. This includes amendments to several chapters of the General Laws, ensuring that all relevant insurance contracts and agreements offer this coverage. The intent of the bill is to promote the health and safety of student athletes by facilitating access to necessary medical screenings.