Georgia State Senate Passes “Todd Gurley Bill” Making Enticing College Athletes a Crime

ATLANTA (AP) – The Georgia Senate has overwhelmingly passed what’s been dubbed the "Todd Gurley bill," making it a crime to entice student athletes to break NCAA rules by taking money.

The bill passed by the Senate Tuesday would make it a "high and aggravated misdemeanor" to solicit student athletes, punishable by up to a year in jail and a $5,000 fine.

Gurley, a University of Georgia running back, was kicked off the Bulldogs’ football team for four games last fall for accepting money for autographs.

Gurley returned after his suspension only to suffer a season-ending injury during his first game back. Gurley announced in late December that he would forego his remaining eligibility, making himself eligible for the 2015 draft.

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