Michael Marino Discusses College Sports Legislation and Athlete Collective Bargaining on the Price of Business Show

Michael Marino, partner in Seyfarth's Sports & Entertainment practice, was featured on USA Business Radio’s "Price of Business Show" on August 13, 2026, where he examined recent developments shaping the future of college athletics, including federal NIL legislation and efforts to expand athlete collective bargaining rights.

During the interview, Marino highlighted the Protect College Sports Act and the momentum it gained in the Senate before lawmakers recessed without a vote. He discussed the bill's key provisions, including protections for Olympic and women's sports programs through required revenue-sharing funding, as well as the challenges it may face as critics continue to voice concerns.

Marino further discussed a recent petition filed by Oregon women's basketball players seeking union representation through the Oregon Employee Relations Board, a significant development in the ongoing debate over whether college athletes should have the right to collectively bargain. He emphasized how these parallel developments could influence the future structure of college sports, athlete compensation, and labor rights.

Listen to the full episode here: Off Court Action in the World of College Sports