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College sports bill inches ahead in the Senate even as Congress punts other issues — Lisa Blunt Rochester | ChamberLight
News / Local News / Newsday 3 min read Cantwell, a leading sponsor, points to rising athletics spending and says the bill would protect student athletes.
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The Senate advanced a college sports bill in two votes, with more than 70 senators backing it, though it still needs House approval. Supporters say it would set common rules and protect athletes; critics argue it is too broad or less urgent than other issues.
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Senator reported as voting against the bill
Senator criticizing the bill’s priority and its protections for athletes
Senator criticizing the bill’s priority and its protections for athletes
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Senator reported as voting against the bill
Senate Majority Leader who committed to scheduling a vote on the bill
Senator reported as voting against the bill
Senator who voted against the bill and criticized its accountability provisions
Commerce Committee chairman and top sponsor of the bill
Senator supporting the bill
College sports bill inches ahead in the Senate even as Congress punts other issues
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Senator reported as voting against the bill
Senator who voted against the bill and criticized its accountability provisions
Commerce Committee chairman and top sponsor of the bill
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