Calls grow for Congress to address harassment of college athletes
Illegal sports betting is being linked to online abuse targeting college athletes, according to an opinion article published by The Hill. The article calls for federal legislation that would create a national registry of banned bettors and allow athletes to sue people who harass them, but it does not identify legislation currently under consideration.
An opinion article published by The Hill says illegal sports betting is contributing to online abuse against college athletes.
The article calls on Congress to pass federal legislation creating a national banned-bettors registry and allowing athletes to sue people who harass them. The source does not provide details about a specific bill, congressional sponsors or the number of athletes affected.
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What evidence connects illegal sports betting to the reported online abuse?
Who would control and enforce a national banned-bettors registry?
What legal standards would athletes have to meet to sue alleged harassers?
How would the proposed measures affect bettors who are not accused of harassment?
What protections would be available to athletes if Congress does not act?
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