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New College Sports Rules: Equal Pay and Free Transfers

This bill establishes a new organization to oversee college sports in the U.S., replacing the NCAA. Its aim is to ensure equal distribution of revenue for all student-athletes and allow free transfers between institutions. These changes could impact student-athletes' finances and the structure of college sports.
Key points
All revenue from student-athletes' name, image, and likeness will be equally distributed among all student-athletes at a given institution.
Student-athletes will have the right to transfer freely between institutions without penalty or restriction.
Athletic conferences will be formed by institutions within the same time zone to minimize travel and academic disruption.
Revenue from athletic programs (ticket sales, merchandise, sponsorships) will be shared equally among institutions and student-athletes.
The maximum annual salary for coaches will be capped at ten times the full cost of attendance for students at their institution.
Revenue from college sports television broadcasts will be shared equally among all member institutions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2663
Sponsor: Rep. Baumgartner, Michael [R-WA-5]
Process start date: 2025-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Restore College Sports Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2663.

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 2025-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All revenue from student-athletes' name, image, and likeness will be equally distributed among all student-athletes at a given institution.
  • Student-athletes will have the right to transfer freely between institutions without penalty or restriction.
  • Athletic conferences will be formed by institutions within the same time zone to minimize travel and academic disruption.
  • Revenue from athletic programs (ticket sales, merchandise, sponsorships) will be shared equally among institutions and student-athletes.
  • The maximum annual salary for coaches will be capped at ten times the full cost of attendance for students at their institution.
  • Revenue from college sports television broadcasts will be shared equally among all member institutions.
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 Education and Workforce.

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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