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Congress Tackles College Sports Reform | Baton Rouge News
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- Sep 5, 2026
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Congress is racing to pass the Protect College Sports Act — a sweeping 200-page bipartisan bill aiming to unify college athletics under one national standard, tackling everything from player safety and eligibility to NIL deals and revenue sharing. Spearheaded after a marathon hearing where LSU’s president endorsed it, the legislation seeks to end the chaos of conflicting NCAA rules — like those that left athletes Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris stranded in legal limbo before they won their case for a five-year eligibility window. With Senate debate stalled and partisan divides still deep, the future of college sports hangs in the balance as lawmakers push for clarity — but consensus remains elusive. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/91a16b9e44af481b