Bill · H.R. 2663· House(119-HR-2663)
Restore College Sports Act
- Introduced
- 4/7/2025
- Last activity
- 4/7/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Sponsored by
- Michael Baumgartner
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Restore College Sports Act," aims to establish the American Collegiate Sports Association (ACSA). The ACSA would serve as a regulatory body to oversee college sports, replacing the NCAA. The organization will be led by a Commissioner appointed by the President with Senate approval for a four-year term. Member institutions must follow specific rules regarding revenue distribution, athlete transfers, and conference structures. Additionally, the bill sets a cap on coach salaries and amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to include ACSA membership requirements.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Equal Distribution of Name, Image, and Likeness Revenue: All revenue from name, image, and likeness, including payments from institutions and collectives, must be distributed equally among all student athletes at member institutions. (Section 2(d)(1))
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Freedom of Movement for Athletes: Student athletes gain the right to transfer freely between member institutions without facing any penalties or restrictions. (Section 2(d)(2))
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Reduced Travel and Academic Disruption: By requiring athletic conferences to consist of institutions within the same time zone, the bill aims to minimize travel and disruptions to academics. (Section 2(d)(3))
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Shared Athletic Program Revenue: All revenue from ticket sales, merchandise, and sponsorships will be shared equally among member institutions and student athletes. (Section 2(d)(4))
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Broadcasting Revenue Sharing: Revenue generated from broadcasting college sports events on television will be shared equally among all member institutions within the ACSA. (Section 2(d)(6))
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Coach Salary Caps: The annual salary for coaches at member institutions is capped at no more than 10 times the full cost of attendance for students at that institution. (Section 2(d)(5))
- 4/7/2025
- Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1444)
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Introduced in House