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College Athlete Union Rights: Fair Pay and Conditions

This act aims to grant college athletes the right to form unions and collectively bargain for their employment terms, including compensation and safety. This means college athletes could collectively advocate for better conditions, similar to employees in other industries, potentially impacting their finances and daily lives.
Key points
College athletes will be recognized as employees, granting them the right to form unions and negotiate their working conditions.
The act seeks to ensure fair compensation, better health, and safety conditions for college athletes.
Changes will not affect the tax treatment of athletic scholarships or eligibility for federal financial aid.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2469
Sponsor: Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
Process start date: 2025-07-28