interscholastic athletics at all levels of competition under
PIAA jurisdiction; and
WHEREAS, There have been consistent concerns voiced by
numerous individuals throughout this Commonwealth, most
importantly by parents and students, about the conduct,
procedures and policies of PIAA; and
WHEREAS, There have been serious questions raised about
PIAA's use of the competition classification formula and its
impact on the safety of student-athletes in this Commonwealth;
and
WHEREAS, A thorough study of PIAA has not been conducted in
over two decades; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives direct the
Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study,
issue a report and make recommendations on the current status,
management, structure, policies and finances of the Pennsylvania
Interscholastic Athletic Association; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the study include an examination and review,
in collaboration with a public accounting firm that compiles
PIAA's annual audited financial statements, of all of the
following:
(1) The financial transactions of PIAA during the
previous five years.
(1) The financial transactions of PIAA as reflected on
PIAA's regularly maintained accounts with financial
institutions or as disclosed on PIAA'S annual IRS Form 990
and any companion filings with the Bureau of Charitable
Organizations of the Department of State during the previous
three years.
(2) Broadcast agreements entered into by PIAA during the
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