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Introduced
02/04/2021
02/04/2021
In Committee
02/04/2021
02/04/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To establish name, image, likeness, and athletic reputation rights for college athletes, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the College Athlete Economic Freedom Act, aims to establish name, image, likeness, and athletic reputation rights for college athletes. The key provisions include: allowing college athletes to market the use of their names, images, likenesses, and athletic reputations without interference from institutions of higher education or intercollegiate athletic associations; prohibiting institutions and associations from limiting compensation offered to athletes for the use of their rights; ensuring college athletes can obtain professional representation without it affecting their eligibility; and establishing a grant program to analyze the monetization of these athlete rights. The bill also preempts state laws related to athlete contracts, except for the certification of athlete agents. The provisions are enforced through the Federal Trade Commission and allow for private rights of action.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (on 02/04/2021)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/238/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s238/BILLS-117s238is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s238/BILLS-117s238is.pdf.pdf |
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