US Senate passes Protect College Sports Act

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On September 30, 2026, the US Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act by a vote of 77-22, prohibiting the wealthiest college athletics departments from cutting Olympic sports below their 2024-25 season levels for nine years, thereby protecting track and field and cross country programs. The bill still must pass the House of Representatives to take effect.

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Senate Passes College Sports Bill That Would Stop Major Universities From Cutting Track and Cross Country

The Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act 77-22 on Monday night. It would stop the richest athletic departments from cutting Olympic sports below their 2024-25 levels for nine years, protecting track and cross country. The bill still has to get through the House.

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