The Olympic and Sports Committee (CNOSF) has raised concerns about a proposed "moderate" reduction in the sports budget for 2027. The government plans to lower the funds allocated to sports from 548 million euros in 2026 to 500 million euros in 2027. The largest part of this decrease, 40 million euros, is due to the transfer of the Pass Sport program to the Family Allowance Funds. This program helps children aged 6 to 17 join sports clubs, and its move has sparked concerns about the impact on youth sports participation. In a press release, the CNOSF acknowledged the "moderate decrease" but pointed out several issues in the 2027 financial bill. It emphasized that sports should be seen as a "strategic investment" in health, education, integration, and social cohesion. The committee highlighted a further reduction in the number of sports technical advisors (CTS), with 12 more positions to be eliminated in 2027, following a decrease of 24 in 2026. These advisors are crucial for organizing sports federations, developing sports practices, and supporting high-performance athletes. The CNOSF also expressed concerns about the lack of new funding for sports facilities in the financial bill. More than half of the existing sports facilities are over thirty years old, and without new investments, their maintenance and modernization could become problematic. Additionally, the committee shared concerns from professional sports leagues about a proposed increase in VAT from 10% to 20% on pay television. This change could affect the audiovisual rights market, potentially limiting the financial resources of broadcasters and impacting both professional and amateur sports. The CNOSF stressed the importance of ensuring the security and continuity of the Pass Sport program. It noted that 73% of children and teenagers aged 11 to 17 are not meeting the physical activity standards recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). Socioeconomic disparities in access to sports remain a significant issue, with less privileged communities having fewer opportunities to participate. The committee also reminded that sedentary lifestyles cost France an additional 17 billion euros annually in healthcare and related expenses.