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Article: California Athletic Trainers' Association (CATA) Bill Meant to Protect Kids Vetoed by Governor Schwarzenegger.
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- November 20, 2006
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CATA Says Life-Saving Credentials of Certified Athletic Trainers Overlooked by Governor
SAN DIEGO -- According to the California Athletic Trainers' Association (CATA), California will remain a dumping ground for unqualified practitioners, who call themselves "athletic trainers," to work with athletes and consumers. Governor Schwarzenegger recently vetoed SB 1397, watchdog legislation calling for statewide regulation of athletic training, leaving athletes and consumers at risk for injury or disability.
California is one of just six states in the nation without any laws for the profession. This means anyone can label themselves an "athletic trainer" and ...