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New Rules for College Sports: Protecting Student and University Rights

This act introduces new rules for athletic organizations like the NCAA to ensure fair treatment of universities and student-athletes during investigations. It means more transparency, clear deadlines, and the right to appeal decisions, aiming to protect against arbitrary penalties and unsubstantiated accusations. The goal is to increase trust in the college sports system.
Key points
Athletic organizations must provide written notice of an investigation within 60 days, detailing allegations and programs under scrutiny.
Allegations are limited to violations occurring within the past two years, and information from confidential sources cannot be used as evidence.
Member institutions have the right to arbitration for disputes over imposed penalties, ensuring an independent review of decisions.
Athletic organizations must submit annual reports to the Attorney General, and violations of the act can lead to significant financial penalties and removal of governing body members.
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Print number: 118_HR_5491
Sponsor: Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8]
Process start date: 2023-09-14