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Fed up with big games only on streaming? So are some Ohio lawmakers.

Ohio lawmakers are drafting bills to ban exclusive streaming deals for professional sports to improve fan access.
The effort follows Cavs playoff broadcasts across Prime Video, Peacock, and other platforms, highlighting access issues.
Experts say leagues’ contracts and property rights pose constitutional challenges to altering broadcast deals.
Legislation also examines bans on exclusive broadcasting deals for public universities and high schools.
The bills target publicly funded entities to curb exclusive sports broadcast arrangements.
Supporters say current streaming options burden fans who must subscribe to many services.
Lawmakers cite fans' frustration watching Cavs games without affordable access.
The Ohio Legislature has previously explored limits on streaming rights for college sports.
A separate bill aims to protect local media coverage of interscholastic sports.
Experts say the issue involves balancing free markets with fan access and local media needs.

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