Congress weighs federal rules for college-sports payments
President Trump is urging Congress to pass the Protect College Sports Act, which would set federal rules for name, image and likeness payments, transfers and team roster spending. Arkansas coach John Calipari backed the proposal, while Senator Ted Cruz said he wants any enacted bill signed during ESPN's College GameDay.
Why it matters
Federal legislation could replace the fragmented rules governing athlete compensation and movement across college sports.
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Part of the September 15, 2026 brief.