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Lawmakers push for Senate vote on college sports regulation bill

Supporters urge a vote before the Senate breaks, while opponents criticize antitrust protections and athlete payment limits.

Updated Sep 15, 2026 · 20:54 UTC2 reports

The short version

  • Supporters are pushing for a Senate vote in the coming weeks on the Protect College Sports Act.[ABC News]
  • Opponents, including Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy and the Congressional Black Caucus, argue the bill suppresses player pay and grants antitrust protections to institutions.[ABC News]
  • Majority Leader John Thune noted it remains uncertain whether the bill has the 60 votes needed to pass.[The Washington Sun]

Key facts

  • Republicans currently hold a 53-47 majority in the Senate.[ABC News]
  • The Congressional Black Caucus opposes the Protect College Sports Act.[ABC News]
  • Rep. Tim Walberg and Sen. Jon Husted introduced separate legislation to cap international athletes at 20% per varsity team.[ABC News]

What remains uncertain

  • Senate Majority Leader John Thune stated it is not yet clear whether the bill has the 60 votes necessary to pass.[The Washington Sun]

Sources

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