US Senate passes Protect College Sports Act to regulate college athletics

The United States Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act on Thursday, establishing a federal framework for college athletics. The bill, which passed 77 to 22, regulates transfer eligibility and name, image, and likeness rights. Proponents, including Senator Ted Cruz and the White House, say it will bring uniformity and protect opportunities in women's and Olympic sports. However, opponents like Senator Cory Booker and the Congressional Black Caucus argue it undermines athletes' rights and collective bargaining. The bill also creates a commission of athletes to discuss collective bargaining.