Cruz and Cantwell resist SEC and Big Ten demands in sports law
Lawmakers in Washington, D.C., are advancing the bipartisan "Protect College Sports Act," which aims to address issues in college athletics such as media rights pooling and athlete legal rights. The revised bill maintains provisions allowing FBS football teams to voluntarily pool media rights if 75% agree, but faces resistance from the SEC and Big Ten conferences amid potential legal challenges. Changes include requirements for schools reporting at least $80 million in revenue to retain minimum roster spots for Olympic and women's sports, aiming to prevent programs from being cut for revenue reasons. The legislation is moving toward a Senate vote, with negotiations ongoing to garner broader support before reaching the House.
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