California Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed suspending the physical fitness tests at the state's schools over concerns that they promote bullying and body discrimination. If the proposal, which was included in Newsom's budget bill for next year, passes, physical fitness testing would be suspended for three years. But Palmer says Newsom's proposal will not affect students' physical fitness. "There is an objective in measuring a student's fitness. The current fitness test sets different criteria for boys and girls.

Source: CNN February 06, 2020 18:56 UTC