Big Ten, SEC make joint statement against ‘Protect College Sports Act’
The Big Ten and SEC have publicly opposed the Protect College Sports Act ahead of a Senate hearing. They argue that the bill leaves critical issues unresolved and does not provide the necessary protections for student-athletes. The conferences expressed their commitment to collaborating with lawmakers to develop a more effective framework for college athletics.
- ▪The Protect College Sports Act is a bipartisan bill introduced by Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell.
- ▪The Big Ten and SEC issued a joint statement against the bill, citing unresolved critical issues.
- ▪They believe the bill may lead to increased litigation and limit the ability to adapt to changes in college athletics.
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| Publication time | Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000 |
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