Increased US Oversight of World Anti-Doping Agency
This act aims to increase the United States' influence over the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) to ensure fair representation and independent governance. Citizens can expect US athletes to have a greater voice in anti-doping decisions, potentially leading to fairer rules in sports. If WADA fails to implement changes, the US may withhold funding, emphasizing the importance of transparency and fairness in global sports.
Key points
Increased US influence over the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) decisions, including its executive and committees.
Requirement for WADA to have an independent governance model and a conflict-of-interest policy.
Ensuring independent athletes from the US and other democratic countries have decision-making roles within WADA.
Possibility for the US to withhold membership dues to WADA if the agency fails to meet specific governance and representation requirements.
Introduction of a definition for 'independent athlete' in the context of sports committees.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_693
Sponsor: Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-2]
Process start date: 2025-01-23