Protect College Sports Act vote
The gist
The U.S. Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act 77-22 on Monday.
The bill now faces an uncertain House path after November's midterms.
How it unfolded
- Jun 2026The Protect College Sports Act is introduced by Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.).
- Sep 22, 2026Extra Points publishes an opinion piece opposing the bill, saying a final Senate floor vote is expected soon with a comfortable margin, probably more than 70 votes.
- Sep 24, 2026The Senate votes to approve an amended version of the act and limit further debate; the cloture vote shows Democrats split 25 yeses and 22 noes, with Republicans Moody, Rick Scott (R-Fla.) and Paul voting no.