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WA SB5158

Concerning student athlete insurance.


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Introduced
01/13/2025
In Committee
03/28/2025
Crossed Over
02/05/2025
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to student athlete insurance; and amending RCW 2 28B.10.660. 3

AI Summary

This bill amends existing Washington state law to expand insurance options for student athletes at public four-year institutions of higher education. Specifically, the bill allows governing boards of these institutions to provide and pay for insurance for intercollegiate student athletes. The insurance can cover both currently enrolled students and, in a more limited way, former student athletes who are eligible for post-eligibility health care related to athletics-specific injuries and conditions. This provision builds upon existing laws that already allow higher education institutions to provide various types of insurance for students, trustees, and employees. The new section (4) provides additional flexibility for institutions to support the health and well-being of their student athletes by potentially covering medical costs associated with sports-related health issues, both during and after their athletic careers. This change recognizes the physical demands and potential long-term health impacts of participating in intercollegiate athletics.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading. (on 04/27/2025)

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