California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he'll veto bill with outright ban on youth tackle football

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he will veto an outright ban on tackle football for children under the age of 12. 

Advocates for the cause hoped the proposal by Democratic Assemblyman Kevin McCarty would lead to the ban. 

A legislative committee sent the bill to the state Assembly floor, which sets up a vote on it for the end of the month. 

However, Newsom was clear with his intentions if the bill reached his desk. 

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"I will not sign legislation that bans youth tackle football," he said, via Politco Tuesday. "I am deeply concerned about the health and safety of our young athletes, but an outright ban is not the answer."

California lawmakers do have the power to override Newsom’s veto, but it’s been over 40 years since that has happened. So, it's unlikely a ban goes through. 

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With the rise of flag football among youth leagues, the talk of an outright ban on tackle football for children under the age of 12 was brought up due to concerns over concussions.

But the bill received backlash from coaches, kids and parents who attended a public hearing at the California Capitol last week to voice their displeasure. Many wore football jerseys, asking lawmakers not to pass the bill. 

There has also been action by Newsom in the past in this respect. He signed a law in 2021 to limit