Equal Pay for Team USA Act of 2022

The Equal Pay for Team USA Act of 2022 (Public Law No: 117-340) requires that all athletes representing the United States in international competitions receive equal compensation and benefits, regardless of gender. This law mandates that the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, along with national governing bodies for individual sports, provide equivalent pay, medical care, travel arrangements, and expense reimbursements for both men’s and women’s programs.

For citizens and athletes, this means that federal law now guarantees equal financial support for any sport where the U.S. fields separate male and female teams, such as soccer, hockey, or volleyball. While organizations can still consider factors like performance or seniority when determining contracts, they are required to report annually to Congress to ensure transparency and continued compliance with these pay equity standards.