Following the lead of California, New York Assemblyman Kevin Parker has submitted the New York Collegiate Athletic Participation Compensation Act.
The bill was introduced in mid-September and has yet to find a place on the legislative calendar but is being reviewed by the committee.
The bill’s general idea as stated is “To prevent New York schools from taking away the scholarships or eligibility of any athlete making money from endorsements.” It also allows players to use an attorney or agent for business deals without punishment.”
But a couple of weeks ago it was amended:
- Each college shall establish an injured athlete fund to provide a student-athlete who suffers a career ending or long-term injury during a game or practice with compensation upon his or her graduation.