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College Athlete Right to Organize Act

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 athletes could collectively negotiate for fair compensation, working conditions, and safety, potentially impacting their personal finances and well-being. The law seeks to ensure more equitable terms by recognizing them as employees, not just amateurs.
Key points
College athletes will be recognized as employees, granting them the right to form unions and bargain collectively.
This will allow athletes to collectively negotiate for better pay, safer conditions, and other benefits.
The changes will not affect the tax treatment of scholarships or eligibility for federal financial aid.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4693
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Summer L. [D-PA-12]
Process start date: 2025-07-23
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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 119_HR_4693.

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 2025-07-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • College athletes will be recognized as employees, granting them the right to form unions and bargain collectively.
  • This will allow athletes to collectively negotiate for better pay, safer conditions, and other benefits.
  • The changes will not affect the tax treatment of scholarships or eligibility for federal financial aid.
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. Lee, Summer L. [D-PA-12].

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 2025-12-23.

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Labor Education