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Ban on Prop Bets for Student Athletes in US

This new law aims to protect student athletes by prohibiting betting companies from accepting wagers on their individual performance. This means that bets on specific actions or achievements of individual athletes in intercollegiate sporting events will be banned. The goal is to enhance fairness in collegiate sports and shield young athletes from potential pressures.
Key points
Proposition bets on individual student athlete performance in intercollegiate sports will be prohibited.
The Federal Trade Commission will enforce this ban, treating violations as unfair practices.
The objective is to safeguard the integrity of collegiate sports and the well-being of student athletes.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1552
Sponsor: Rep. Baumgartner, Michael [R-WA-5]
Process start date: 2025-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PROTECT Student Athletes Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1552.

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 2025-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Proposition bets on individual student athlete performance in intercollegiate sports will be prohibited.
  • The Federal Trade Commission will enforce this ban, treating violations as unfair practices.
  • The objective is to safeguard the integrity of collegiate sports and the well-being of student athletes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Baumgartner, Michael [R-WA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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