SB5158 allows public four-year institutions to provide insurance for intercollegiate student athletes.

SB5158 amends existing law to allow the governing boards of public four-year institutions of higher education to make available and pay the costs of insurance for intercollegiate student athletes. This insurance can cover expenses related to injury, illness, or death sustained during participation in sports. The premiums for this insurance may be borne by the institution or the student, depending on the specific terms set by the governing board. The bill also allows for the provision of health benefits for graduate students holding service appointments and their dependents.

SB5158 allows public four-year institutions to provide insurance for intercollegiate student athletes.

SB5158 amends existing law to allow the governing boards of public four-year institutions of higher education to make available and pay the costs of insurance for intercollegiate student athletes. This insurance can cover expenses related to injury, illness, or death sustained during participation in sports. The premiums for this insurance may be borne by the institution or the student, depending on the specific terms set by the governing board. The bill also allows for the provision of health benefits for graduate students holding service appointments and their dependents.