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College Athlete Right to Organize Act: New Bargaining Power for Student Athletes.

This act aims to grant college athletes the right to form unions and collectively bargain for their employment terms, similar to workers in other industries. This means they could negotiate rules regarding compensation, safety, and other aspects of their athletic activities, potentially impacting their finances and living conditions.
Key points
College athletes will be recognized as employees, granting them the right to organize and negotiate their working conditions.
Both public and private higher education institutions will be considered employers in relation to college athletes.
The act will not change the tax treatment of athletic scholarships or their impact on federal financial aid eligibility.
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Print number: 118_HR_6616
Sponsor: Rep. Bowman, Jamaal [D-NY-16]
Process start date: 2023-12-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

College Athlete Right to Organize Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6616.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • College athletes will be recognized as employees, granting them the right to organize and negotiate their working conditions.
  • Both public and private higher education institutions will be considered employers in relation to college athletes.
  • The act will not change the tax treatment of athletic scholarships or their impact on federal financial aid eligibility.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bowman, Jamaal [D-NY-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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Labor Education