The SEC and Big Ten have jointly stated that they do not support the current version of a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing issues in college sports.
In a joint statement, the two conferences said they are opposed to the bill as currently written. The position is notable given the influence of the SEC and Big Ten, two of the most prominent leagues in major college athletics.
The bill is part of ongoing efforts to create a broader legislative framework for college sports, an area that has undergone significant change in recent years. The conferences’ statement signals that, at least in its present form, the proposal does not have the backing of two of the sport’s biggest stakeholders.
No additional details were provided in the original report regarding specific provisions of the bill or the conferences’ concerns.