Student Athlete Act of 2026
Summary
S. 4177 would establish rules governing which student athletes are eligible to participate in intercollegiate athletics. The bill was introduced in the Senate on March 24, 2026, by Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and is currently under committee consideration. As standard legislation, the bill would require presidential signature to become law if passed by both chambers of Congress. The specific eligibility criteria and requirements would apply to student athletes across colleges and universities, though the exact provisions are not detailed in the available information. If enacted, this bill could affect how colleges and universities determine athlete eligibility and participation in intercollegiate sports programs.
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Lifecycle of the Bill
Introduced in Senate
Mar 24, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Mar 24, 2026