President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
Establishes President's Council to Expand Physical Fitness and Sports
What it does
The Secretary of Health and Human Services must develop and coordinate a national program to expand physical activity, and the Council shall advise and assist implementation.
Real-world impact
- Creates a 20-member advisory council to guide national fitness efforts.
- Directs the health secretary to develop and coordinate a national activity program.
- Targets outreach to children, adolescents, and communities with low participation.
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Summary
This order creates the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports and directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop and coordinate a national program to increase physical activity and sports participation.
Federal agencies must provide information and assistance to the Secretary and the Council. The Council will have up to 20 unpaid members who will advise the Secretary and President and may form subcommittees.
The order aims to expand awareness of physical activity benefits, improve access and information, and focus outreach on children, adolescents, and communities with identified participation gaps.
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