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Rep. Jimmy Patronis, R-Fla., has asked the Atlantic Coast Conference to disclose its online sports betting policies for employees, referees and others connected to its competitions.
The request links scrutiny of college sports wagering safeguards to the ACC’s support for federal legislation on name, image and likeness compensation.
Patronis Seeks Transparency From the ACC
Patronis sent a letter to ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips and the conference’s board of directors, according to Fox News. He asked the conference to provide its online gambling policies before Congress returns in November.
“Seeing as the ACC is asking Congress for help with NIL, I believe we must have transparency regarding each body’s policies and how they navigate online betting,” Patronis wrote.
His request centers on how the ACC protects the integrity of college sports as sports betting becomes more widespread.
The request comes as the Senate prepares to advance the Protect College Sports Act, a federal bill aimed at creating rules for NIL compensation in college athletics. The ACC has participated in lobbying efforts surrounding the legislation, and conference leaders have described it as a route to more consistent national rules.
NCAA Restrictions Remain a Separate Issue
The NCAA continues to enforce wagering restrictions intended to protect college competition. It says violations can carry severe penalties, including loss of athletic eligibility, and that betting-related harassment and pressure can affect athletes, coaches and officials.
Separately, the NCAA Division I Administrative Committee has moved toward allowing athletes and athletics staff to bet on professional sports while preserving restrictions involving college competitions. The NCAA says conferences and schools may impose additional rules of their own.
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Source: As reported by Fox News.
