College sports tradition
A bipartisan bill to reshape regulation of college athletics has passed the Senate, according to AOL, advancing a measure that could face a contentious debate in the House.
Sen. Ted Cruz, who chairs the Senate Commerce Committee, argued that the legislation would bring more order to college sports. Sen. Cory Booker criticized the bill in a Senate floor speech, saying it would harm many people.
The legislation follows court rulings that have expanded athletes’ ability to earn money through name, image and likeness deals. Critics say the changes have strained university finances, led some schools to close athletic programs and widened disparities between wealthier and less-affluent institutions.
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- AOL.com — Senate passes major overhaul of college sports rules: 'Bringing order to chaos' - AOL