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College Coach Pay Cap: Limiting Athletic Salaries to 10x Tuition.

This bill caps the total annual compensation and buyouts for college athletic staff at institutions receiving federal student aid. The maximum salary for coaches and athletic directors cannot exceed ten times the institution's annual undergraduate tuition and required fees. This measure aims to redirect excessive athletic spending toward academic priorities and broad-based sports opportunities, ensuring federal funds support the educational mission.
Key points
Institutions must cap athletic employee compensation to remain eligible for federal student financial aid programs (Title IV).
The maximum annual compensation (including salaries, bonuses, and buyouts) is limited to 10 times the school's published undergraduate tuition and fees.
The law provides antitrust protection for institutions implementing this cap, allowing for collective enforcement across collegiate athletics.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5812
Sponsor: Rep. Baumgartner, Michael [R-WA-5]
Process start date: 2025-10-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Correcting Opportunity and Accountability in Collegiate Hiring Act (COACH Act)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5812.

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 2025-10-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Institutions must cap athletic employee compensation to remain eligible for federal student financial aid programs (Title IV).
  • The maximum annual compensation (including salaries, bonuses, and buyouts) is limited to 10 times the school's published undergraduate tuition and fees.
  • The law provides antitrust protection for institutions implementing this cap, allowing for collective enforcement across collegiate athletics.
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 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Education Economy