Senate tees up college sports bill aimed at regulating NIL deals
Cruz co-led the NIL bill and said it would protect student athletes’ rights and establish rules for college sports.
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TAP FOR WHYThe Senate is expected to vote on the Protect College Sports Act, which would establish national rules for college athletes’ NIL deals and give the NCAA and other organizations an antitrust exemption. Supporters say it would protect athletes’ rights, while opponents argue it gives too much power to the NCAA and conferences.
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10 OUTLETSThe Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act, which would set rules for college sports; Ted Cruz championed the measure. Multiple outlets report the bill’s House prospects are uncertain. Center outlets weigh claims about athlete protections and NCAA power while noting the bill’s uncertain path in the House. Right-leaning outlets focus more on the rules the bill would set and Cruz’s advocacy; one also highlights other unresolved issues.
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