Young people have become increasingly physically inactive, contributing to rising numbers of childhood obesity, Type 2 diabetes, and mental health disorders. Youth sports provide children with a fun sense of belonging while simultaneously instilling healthy lifestyle habits that will be carried into adulthood.
The PHIT Act promotes youth sport participation by allowing parents to use pre-tax accounts, including flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA), to pay for youth sports fees and equipment.
Let’s get our youth moving again. Take action today and tell your member of Congress to support PHIT!