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A bill to modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations.
2/7/2025, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 405
Bill 119 s 405, also known as the Amateur Sports Governance Reform Act, aims to make changes to the eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations in the United States. The bill was introduced in the Senate and is currently under consideration.
The main purpose of the bill is to increase transparency and accountability within amateur sports governing organizations. It seeks to ensure that these organizations are operating in the best interest of athletes and the sport as a whole.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the modification of eligibility requirements for individuals serving on the boards of these organizations. The bill aims to establish stricter criteria for board members, including a requirement for them to have a background in sports administration or a related field. This is intended to ensure that board members have the necessary expertise to effectively oversee the organization. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased financial oversight of amateur sports governing organizations. It requires these organizations to adhere to stricter financial reporting requirements and to undergo regular audits to ensure that funds are being used appropriately. Overall, the Amateur Sports Governance Reform Act seeks to improve the governance and operations of amateur sports governing organizations in the United States. It aims to protect the interests of athletes and ensure that these organizations are operating in a transparent and accountable manner.
The main purpose of the bill is to increase transparency and accountability within amateur sports governing organizations. It seeks to ensure that these organizations are operating in the best interest of athletes and the sport as a whole.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the modification of eligibility requirements for individuals serving on the boards of these organizations. The bill aims to establish stricter criteria for board members, including a requirement for them to have a background in sports administration or a related field. This is intended to ensure that board members have the necessary expertise to effectively oversee the organization. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased financial oversight of amateur sports governing organizations. It requires these organizations to adhere to stricter financial reporting requirements and to undergo regular audits to ensure that funds are being used appropriately. Overall, the Amateur Sports Governance Reform Act seeks to improve the governance and operations of amateur sports governing organizations in the United States. It aims to protect the interests of athletes and ensure that these organizations are operating in a transparent and accountable manner.
Congressional Summary of S 405
Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act
This bill requires certified national governing bodies (NGBs) of amateur sports (e.g., USA Gymnastics) to prohibit a person whose sex is male from participating in an amateur athletic competition that is designated for females, women, or girls.
Under the bill, male means an individual who has, had, will have—or would have, but for a developmental or genetic anomaly or historical accident—the reproductive system that at some point produces, transports, and utilizes sperm for fertilization.
Current Status of Bill S 405
Bill S 405 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 5, 2025. Bill S 405 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 5, 2025. Bill S 405's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of February 5, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 405
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 405
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 405
A bill to modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations.
A bill to modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations.
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