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Maria Cantwell

Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Maria Cantwell across Football, Basketball, Hockey.

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Calipari backs sweeping eligibility reform

Arkansas basketball coach John Calipari has thrown his weight behind a bipartisan Senate proposal that aims to overhaul the NCAA’s eligibility framework, calling the current system a patchwork of waivers that breeds instability for programs across the country. He argues the legislation will bring clarity and fairness to college sports.

Aug 28, 2026

Senate Advances Bipartisan Bill to Cap College Athlete Payments

The Protect College Sports Act would set a $48.8 million revenue‑share cap, grant the NCAA antitrust immunity and allow schools to sell media rights as a single entity, with bipartisan Senate support and potential presidential endorsement on the horizon.

Aug 4, 2026

Senate Advances College Sports Regulation as Athletes Push Back

The Senate Commerce Committee has moved the Protect College Sports Act forward, but a group of top women’s basketball athletes — including Jada Williams, Oluchi Okananwa and Brooke Daniels — oppose the measure, arguing it undermines player rights and calling for a unionized framework.

Jun 23, 2026