USMMA Athletics Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes a corporation to support the athletic programs at the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA). The corporation, owned by the United States government, would operate as a non-profit and be overseen by a board including Transportation Department employees. It allows for contracts and cooperative agreements to provide support services and assets, potentially including transferring existing Department of Transportation resources. The bill also grants authority to license trademarks and service marks related to the USMMA to generate revenue for its athletic programs.
Key provisions
- Creates a corporation to support the USMMA athletic programs.
- The corporation will be owned by the United States and operate as a non-profit.
- Allows for contracts and cooperative agreements to provide support services to the USMMA.
- Provides authority to transfer assets and liabilities from a Transportation Department instrumentality to the corporation.
- Grants the Secretary authority to license trademarks and service marks related to the USMMA.
- Establishes guidelines for board member compensation and involvement.
- Permits the use of sole-source contracts for supporting the athletic programs.
- Defines support services that can be provided to the corporation.
Who is affected
- United States Merchant Marine Academy
- Department of Transportation
- Students and athletes at the USMMA
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