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MA H4696

MA H4696
Relative to college athlete compensation


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Introduced
04/19/2022
In Committee
04/19/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to college athlete compensation

AI Summary

This bill aims to allow college athletes in Massachusetts to earn compensation from the use of their name, image, or likeness, while prohibiting certain restrictions and limitations by educational institutions, athletic associations, and other governing bodies. The bill also establishes a registration system for athlete agents representing student-athletes, including requirements for disclosures, prohibited behaviors, and penalties for violations. The key provisions of the bill include allowing student-athletes to earn compensation, prohibiting the revocation of scholarships due to such earnings, and regulating the activities of athlete agents to protect the interests of student-athletes.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (5)

Other Sponsors (1)

Joint Committee on Higher Education (J)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)

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