NFLPA opposes California workers' compensation law changes affecting players
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 12:32 AM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The NFL Players Association has expressed strong opposition to California SB 795, a proposed bill that would restrict professional athletes' access to workers' compensation benefits. Declaring it an attack on players' rights, the NFLPA argues the bill strips protections enjoyed by all other workers in the state. With California's high income tax impacting players' earnings, the favorable compensation system has been crucial for NFL athletes. The union urges lawmakers to reject the bill, emphasizing the potential consequences for injured players. Further developments are expected as the proposal moves through the legislative process.
- •NFLPA opposes California SB 795, targeting players' workers' compensation rights.
- •The bill could restrict access to benefits crucial for injured players.
- •California's income tax influences players' compensation experiences.
- •The NFLPA emphasizes constitutional rights for all workers in the state.
- •Potential changes may affect NFL teams based in California.
- 12:32 AMYahoo Sports — Rams, Chargers, 49ers support the proposed California workers' compensation law change
- 11:42 AMYahoo Sports — NFLPA "strongly opposes" proposed changes to California workers' compensation laws
"Although most of an NFL player's rights and responsibilities are governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the NFL Players Association and the NFL, the geographic location of a player's employment has a potentially significant impact on their overall work experience.
"The NFL Players Association "strongly opposes" the proposed changes to the California workers' compensation laws, which would limit the rights of professional athletes.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 12:32 AMRams, Chargers, 49ers support the proposed California workers' compensation law change
The NFL Players Association "strongly opposes" the proposed changes to the California workers' compensation laws, which would limit the rights of professional athletes.
- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 11:42 AMNFLPA "strongly opposes" proposed changes to California workers' compensation laws
Although most of an NFL player's rights and responsibilities are governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the NFL Players Association and the NFL, the geographic location of a player's employment has a potentially significant impact on their overall work experience.
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