National Collegiate Athletic Association

Rule Changes

Would gain limited antitrust protection under the bill

The Senate voted 77-22 Monday to pass the Protect College Sports Act, the first federal bill to regulate how college athletes earn from their name, image, and likeness (NIL) and how often they transfer. It would let schools pay players up to roughly $50 million a year and give the NCAA an antitrust exemption it has sought for a decade.

Updated Sep 30

Rule Changes

Changed policy to ban transgender women from women's sports (February 2025)

The Supreme Court heard more than three hours of oral arguments on January 13, 2026, in two cases that could determine whether states can bar transgender students from sports teams matching their gender identity. The conservative majority signaled strong support for upholding state restrictions, though several justices appeared wary of a broad ruling.

Updated May 20