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In memory · In law · Senate Bill 1248

Yahushua's Law

The California law that sets heat and extreme weather safety rules for student physical activity.

He was told to keep running.

Yahushua Robinson was an active, healthy 12-year-old at Canyon Lake Middle School. On August 29, 2023, temperatures climbed above 100°F. He said he didn't feel well. Hours later, he was gone.

Before SB 1248, each teacher or coach decided when heat was "too much." Now, schools make those calls with shared, statewide thresholds.

The leaders behind the law

Ashley Bryant

Yahushua's mother, who turned grief into a law

Sen. Melissa Hurtado

Authored SB 1248

Gov. Gavin Newsom

Signed it into law, Sept 22, 2024

What SB 1248 requires

  1. 01Statewide heat, air quality and wind guidance for outdoor activity
  2. 02Local protocols to modify or cancel PE, athletics and recess
  3. 03Staff awareness and training before warm seasons
  4. 04Access to water, shade and rest for every student

The law sets the rules. Wearables make the signal visible.

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