Florida schools challenge Protect College Sports Act's conference expansion limits

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Florida schools challenge Protect College Sports Act's conference expansion limits
Summary

Florida State and Miami are opposing provisions in the Protect College Sports Act that limit conference expansion. The legislation aims to make it tougher for programs to switch leagues, with a cap on power conference members and a new three-year independent requirement for moving. Prominent figures, including Yankees president Randy Levine, are advocating for support from Florida senators, who recently voted against procedural motions related to the bill. The SEC and Big Ten have indicated no plans for expansion, prompting concerns among several ACC schools as potential realignment discussions loom in the coming years.

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  • Florida State and Miami object to the bill's expansion restrictions.
  • The legislation includes a cap on power conference membership at 19.
  • Senators Ashley Moody and Rick Scott voted against recent procedural motions.
  • SEC and Big Ten officials have stated they are satisfied with current memberships.
  • Realignment discussions are expected as SEC and Big Ten contracts evolve.
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  • 6:50 PMYahoo SportsWhy Florida is at the center of a fight that's holding up the Protect College Sports Act
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A small number of schools, including Florida State and Miami, are objecting to the bill's language against conference expansion. Translation: they want the ability to join the SEC or Big Ten.

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