Citing 'critical issues,' SEC, Big Ten withhold support for bipartisan college sports bill
The SEC and Big Ten conferences have publicly stated their opposition to the current version of a bipartisan college sports bill. They argue that the bill fails to address critical issues, particularly regarding the preemption of state laws. This announcement comes just before a scheduled Senate hearing on the legislation.
- ▪The SEC and Big Ten do not support the bipartisan college sports bill due to unresolved critical issues.
- ▪The bill is intended to regulate an evolving industry where some players earn millions.
- ▪Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell are leading the bill's drafting efforts.
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