Big Ten, SEC finally strike a deal on the Protect College Sports Act

4 verified updates • corroborated by 2 independent sources • tracked since July 31, 2026

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Jul 31, 10:30 PM 1 source: AP News
SEC, Big Ten add long-missing support to college sports bill and revive its chances in the Senate
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Aug 01, 07:00 AM 2 sources: AP News, NBC Sports
Big Ten, SEC finally strike a deal on the Protect College Sports Act
→ Bill now named "Protect College Sports Act" and deal confirmed.
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Aug 01, 07:30 AM 1 source: AP News
SEC, Big Ten add long-missing support to college sports bill and revive its chances in the Senate
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Aug 01, 09:00 AM 2 sources: AP News, NBC Sports
Big Ten, SEC finally strike a deal on the Protect College Sports Act
→ Bill now named Protect College Sports Act, with deal struck.