Senate Votes 77-22 for College Sports NIL Regulation Bill

The Senate approved the Protect College Sports Act with a vote of 77-22 to establish a national framework for name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals in college sports. The legislation aims to codify athletes' rights to earn NIL money and grant the NCAA antitrust exemptions. Key provisions include allowing players to transfer schools once without penalty and capping eligibility at five years. The House now needs to consider the bill, but its future is uncertain amid opposition. This legislation could increase revenue-sharing for women’s and Olympic sports by up to $5 million, impacting funding for these programs.

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