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Resistance to the bill was no match for the major sports conferences, state schools, big-name coaches and other powerful interest groups that got behind it, including airing television spots that featured high-profile figures such as Deion Sanders, the former professional sports star who is now the head football coach at the University of Colorado Boulder.
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Resistance to the Protect College Sports Act was overcome by major sports conferences, state schools, big-name coaches, and other powerful interest groups, including those featuring Deion Sanders in television spots.
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Carl Hulse
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{
    "person": "Deion Sanders",
    "organization": "University of Colorado Boulder",
    "legislation_name": "Protect College Sports Act"
}
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College Sports Legislation Interest Groups Deion Sanders
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September 30, 2026 at 3:00 AM (2 weeks ago)
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September 30, 2026 at 3:00 AM (2 weeks ago)

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Senate Resoundingly Approves Sweeping College Sports Measure
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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/28/us/politics/senate-college-sports.html

The Senate overwhelmingly approved the Protect College Sports Act, a bipartisan bill aiming to stabilize collegiate athletics amid legal rulings and financial shifts. The legislation faces an uncertain future in the House, with strong opposition from some lawmakers.

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