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Proposed amendment threatens ACC's stability amid college sports bill

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Proposed amendment threatens ACC's stability amid college sports bill

Summary

The Protect College Sports Act, currently stalled in the Senate, faces significant challenges due to new amendments. A proposal from Florida senator Ashley Moody could allow schools a 180-day window to leave their conferences, intensifying speculation about Florida State and Miami potentially leaving the ACC. This change comes after months of debate and negotiation, with previous provisions aimed at limiting conference expansion. The ACC's precarious situation is further complicated by its unfavorable media deal with ESPN, lasting until 2036. The bill's fate remains uncertain as Congress recesses until September.

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By the Numbers

•Protect College Sports Act faces new amendments and stalled progress
•Amendment allows for 180-day exit from conferences
•Florida State and Miami among schools considering moves
•ACC's media rights deal extends until 2036
•Senate recess extends uncertainty for college sports legislation

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The roller-coaster ride for the Protect College Sports Act in the US Senate continues, and this time with an amendment that could conceivably throw the entire sport upside down yet again. After months of debate and negotiations, not just in the chamber, but amongst the conferences, it finally looked like an agreement had been reached…
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