HB 3694
Modifies provisions of law related to compensation for student athletes enrolled in a post-secondary institution of education.
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Support
50%
Oppose
50%
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill changes Oregon law regarding how student athletes at colleges and universities are compensated. It specifically adjusts the rules around payments to these athletes, altering existing provisions related to their compensation. The changes involve modifying specific sections of the law to clarify and update the framework for student athlete compensation. An emergency declaration allows the bill to take effect immediately upon passage.
Key provisions
- Revises the section of law dealing with student athlete compensation.
- Changes a specific reference number from (7)(a) to (6)(a).
- Modifies a reference number from (8) to (7).
- Changes a reference number from (9) to (8).
Who is affected
- Student athletes
- Colleges and universities in Oregon
- Oregon’s higher education system
Notable changes
- The bill modifies existing regulations concerning student athlete compensation.
- The changes involve adjustments to specific numbered sections within the relevant law.
Sponsors
Official sponsors from legislative records.
Primary sponsors
James Manning Jr.
Cosponsors
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
Many supporters of HB 3694 believe that the proposed legislation would provide a significant benefit to student-athletes by allowing institutions to share revenue with them, thereby reducing their financial dependence on third-party agents and enabling them to build their personal brands. This shift in control would enable student-athletes to capitalize on their name, image, and likeness more effectively, potentially leading to increased earning opportunities and greater autonomy. By sharing revenue directly with student-athletes, institutions would also be incentivized to prioritize the well-being and financial stability of their athletes, promoting a more equitable and sustainable model for college sports.
Source: Testimony Summaries
Arguments opposed
Reasons to oppose this legislation.
Opponents of the proposal believe that paying students for extracurricular activities would be an unnecessary expense, diverting funds away from more pressing educational needs. They argue that such a policy could create an unfair advantage for students who receive payment, potentially undermining the value and merit of participation in extracurricular activities. Additionally, critics contend that this approach may inadvertently discourage students from pursuing these activities out of genuine interest or passion, rather than solely for financial gain.
Source: Testimony Summaries