SEC leaders discuss revisions to Protect College Sports Act statement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 6:43 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
SEC presidents and chancellors released a statement regarding the Protect College Sports Act, indicating their desire for revisions to the bill. Tennessee chancellor Donde Plowman highlighted the SEC's support for transfer and eligibility language but emphasized the need for amendments. Ongoing discussions with Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell aim to refine the bill ahead of a potential Senate vote next week. SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey reiterated the importance of getting the legislation right for student-athletes and universities.
- •The SEC does not support the current version of the bill.
- •Future revisions may include language on anti-trust and preemption.
- •Senate Majority Leader John Thune can schedule the bill for a vote.
- •The SEC emphasizes the need for a national framework for student-athlete protections.
- •Negotiations with Senators are ongoing as the vote approaches.
- 6:43 PMYahoo Sports — SEC presidents, chancellors release new statement on revisions to Protect College Sports Act
"The SEC's presidents and chancellors have released a new statement on the Protect College Sports Act about revisions to the bill.
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