H.R. 422 · 112th Congress
To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to ensure that schools have physical education programs that meet minimum requirements for physical education.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Joe Baca
- Introduced
- 2011-01-25
- Latest action
- 2011-02-25 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
Summary
Physical Education to Create a Healthier Nation Act - Amends part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to require states and local educational agencies that receive school improvement funds under such part to ensure that their schools provide: (1) 150 minutes of physical education per week for elementary school students; (2) 225 minutes of physical education per week for middle and secondary school students; and (3) disabled students with such physical education as is determined appropriate under their individualized education programs.