President’s Council On Sports, Fitness, And Nutrition, And The Reestablishment Of The Presidential Fitness Test

The order makes youth fitness, sports participation, and nutrition a renewed federal priority, with schools and the federal health apparatus central to implementation.

What the order does ​

• Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services, supported by the Secretary of Education, to administer a renewed Presidential Fitness Test.
• Reconstitutes the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition with up to 30 presidential appointees and a two-year term unless extended.
• Tasks the council with recommending fitness tests, awards, school programs, youth goals, sports campaigns, partnerships, and measures addressing obesity and military and workforce readiness.
• Requires federal departments and agencies to provide requested information and assistance when legally and financially permitted.
• Assigns the Department of Health and Human Services to fund and support the council within existing appropriations.
• Revokes Executive Orders 13824 and 12345 and updates the council’s name and seal.

Who it affects ​

• Children and students participating in school fitness programs, youth sports, and active play.
• Schools, physical educators, athletic institutions, sports organizations, athletes, nonprofits, and community groups.
• Federal departments and agencies supporting the council’s work.