# Who the Protect College Sports Act Actually Protects

> Ted Cruz's bill targets college athletes but faces Senate opposition.
- Title: Who the Protect College Sports Act Actually Protects
- Summary: Ted Cruz's bill targets college athletes but faces Senate opposition. The Protect College Sports Act, passed by the Senate, is unlikely to pass in the House…
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- Source: Slate Magazine — https://slate.com/podcasts/what-next/2026/10/how-the-protect-college-sports-act-hurts-college-athletes?via=rss
- Published: 2026-10-01T09:20:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: protect college sports act, naacp, us senate, college athletes, ted cruz, house of representatives
## Senate passes bill
The US Senate passed Ted Cruz's Protect College Sports Act on October 01, 2026.
## NAACP opposes bill
The NAACP criticized the bill, stating it harms college athletes by reducing their protections.
## Bill unlikely in House
The bill faces a low chance of passing in the House of Representatives due to opposition from the NAACP and other groups.
## Bill's purpose
The Protect College Sports Act aims to protect college athletes from financial exploitation and ensure fair competition.
## Key concerns
Critics argue the bill reduces athlete protections, potentially harming their academic and athletic opportunities.
## Key takeaway

The Protect College Sports Act, passed by the Senate, is unlikely to pass in the House due to NAACP opposition and concerns about athlete protections.