Senate committee approves landmark college sports bill for full vote
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 3:16 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Senate Commerce Committee voted 19-9 to advance the Protect College Sports Act to a full Senate vote. This marks the first such approval for a college sports bill in six years. The bipartisan legislation aims to establish academic standards, athlete revenue-sharing, and limits on player compensation while protecting Olympic sports. The SEC and Big Ten remain opposed to the bill, which has garnered support from other conferences, including the Big 12 and ACC. A Senate vote timeline hasn't been set, with anticipated challenges in the House of Representatives, despite President Donald Trump's endorsement.
- •Senate Commerce Committee votes 19-9.
- •Bill promotes athlete revenue-sharing and health standards.
- •SEC and Big Ten express ongoing opposition.
- •Supports Olympic and women's sports protections.
- •Next Senate vote date is yet to be determined.
- 4:57 PMESPN — College sports bill headed to Senate for full vote...
- 3:16 PMYahoo Sports — Landmark College Sports Bill Advances Toward Senate Vote
"The Senate Commerce Committee voted 19-9 on Thursday morning to move the Protect College Sports Act forward to a full Senate vote.
"The SEC and Big Ten remain opposed to the bill.
Sources
External links- ESPNJun 18, 2026, 4:57 PMCollege sports bill headed to Senate for full vote...
The Senate Commerce Committee voted 19-9 on Thursday morning to move the Protect College Sports Act forward to a full Senate vote.
- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 3:16 PMLandmark College Sports Bill Advances Toward Senate Vote
The SEC and Big Ten remain opposed to the bill.
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