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Post-House Settlement, Are Federal NIL Laws on the Horizon?

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The House v. NCAA class action settlement was approved on June 6. While the House settlement changes the college sports landscape, it has also left institutions, coaches and athletes with questions. Since 2021, there has been...more

Loeb & Loeb LLP

The Sports Law Playbook: Q2 2025

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It’s game time: Dive into the summer edition of The Sports Law Playbook, Loeb & Loeb’s quarterly briefing on all things sports law. In this issue, we explore the dramatic rise of legalized sports betting in the U.S. and what...more

Fisher Phillips

Federal Full Court Press: Landmark Bipartisan NIL Bill Seeks to Harmonize State-by-State Patchwork and Redefine Amateurism

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College athletics is racing headfirst into a new era – and some lawmakers want Congress to be the referee. With the bipartisan introduction of the Student-athlete Protections and Opportunities through Rights, Transparency,...more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

Fourth-and-Null: Ohio Aims to Void Athlete Deals That Go Beyond Final Whistle

On March 18, 2025, State Representatives Brian Stewart (R-Ashville) and Ty D. Matthews (R-Findley) introduced House Bill 184. This bill is aimed at preventing college athletes from being locked into name, image, and likeness...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Film Room: Tracking CSC detail and other open regulatory items

Institutions can save time and resources by actively adjusting compliance efforts to fit evolving CSC and NCAA regulations. In this week’s Film Room, we give you a head start by drawing your attention to the important areas...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Film Room: Roster limit changes and potential presidential commission

In this week’s Film Room, we update you on: - House party and objector submissions on roster limits - A new Arizona state NIL law that may conflict with the contemplated clearinghouse - Reporting regarding a potential...more

McCarter & English, LLP

McCarter’s Playing Field: Sports Law Insights

Welcome to McCarter’s Playing Field: Sports Law Notes, where you’ll find the latest in sports law, notes about our practice, and important updates for athletes, teams, institutions, facilities, investors, and others in the...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Film Room: House anticipation and beyond

House case and Capitol Hill - All legal and regulatory eyes will be focused on Judge Wilken’s courtroom next Monday, April 7, 2025, where the hearing on Final Approval of the House case is set to begin at 10AM PT/1PM ET. ...more

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Texas NIL Update: Texas Gears Up for a Post-House Settlement World and Beyond

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Texas’s biennial legislature is in session, and revamping Texas’ name, image, and likeness (NIL) laws to keep up with the developments across the U.S. seems to be a hot topic. As of the date of this post, state...more

Troutman Pepper Locke

NILAR: Oregon's New Bill Changes the Name of the Game

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On February 14, the Oregon House of Representatives passed a bill amending the state’s law regarding name, image, and likeness (NIL). If the bill (HB 4119) passes through the state Senate, it would prohibit the NCAA, athletic...more

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Highlights of the Federal Proposals to Regulate NIL Deals

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The 2023 college football season ended in early January, and sports fans are eagerly anticipating the start of college basketball’s March Madness. Many are also anxious about the future of college sports, given the non-stop...more

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New Bi-Partisan Draft Legislation on Name, Image and Likeness: The College Athletes Protection & Compensation Act

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An uncommon combination of three U.S. Senators, Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Cory Booker (D-NJ), collaborated to draft “The College Athletes Protection & Compensation Act” (the Act), which is...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Another Federal NIL Bill on the Horizon: Analyzing the Draft College Athlete Protection and Compensation Act

A trio of senators have joined the list of federal lawmakers circulating drafts of federal college name, image, and likeness (NIL) bills. This time, Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Jerry Moran (R-KS), and Cory Booker (D-NJ)...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

NIL Tug of War: Evolving State NIL Laws and the Prospects of a Federal NIL Bill

Earlier this month, prominent figures in the realm of college sports gathered on Capitol Hill to advocate for federal name, image, and likeness (NIL) legislation. Currently, one NIL bill has been introduced in the House, and...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

What to Expect When You’re Expecting: An Overview of the Proposed Federal NIL Bill

A sneak peek into the potential future of federal name, image, and likeness (NIL) regulations has emerged with the release of a draft bill. This development marks the first significant step towards a federal NIL law since the...more

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Let’s Make a NIL Deal Part I: The Type of Deal Depends on the Athlete’s State Law or Institution

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Less than a year ago, the NCAA removed a number of limitations on student-athletes’ ability to earn compensation while in college/university through an interim name, image, and likeness (NIL) policy.  In the short timeframe...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Alabama and Florida Call an Audible on NIL Laws

While still relatively new, the laws and rule changes allowing college athletes to profit from use of their name, image, and likeness (NIL) have already had dramatic impacts on the landscape of college athletics. On June 30,...more

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State Name, Image, And Likeness Laws With July 1st Effective Dates Continue To Grow

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The race to enact Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) legislation moves forward on a state-by-state basis while the NCAA continues to hold its promised formal NIL legislation in abeyance while awaiting one of several federal...more

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Bipartisan Name, Image, Likeness Bill Introduced In Congress

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Legislation that would protect the rights of student-athletes to receive financial benefits from the commercial use of their name, image, and likeness (NIL), while prohibiting athletic associations, like the NCAA and colleges...more

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Senators To Introduce Additional Federal Legislation Regarding Collegiate Student-Athletes

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For the second time in a little more than a month, Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal and New Jersey Senator Cory Booker have announced plans to introduce additional federal legislation impacting collegiate...more

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Michigan Introduces Legislation to Permit Likeness/Image Compensation for Student Athletes

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The Michigan House of Representatives introduced legislation that would allow college athletes to receive compensation for the use of their name, image, likeness rights or athletic reputation. Michigan House Bill No. 5217...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Faces and Names: Modern Issues in Athlete Publicity Licensing

California Senate Bill 206, the “Fair Pay to Play Act,” was amended again last month, and is making its way through the legislature under sponsorship by Sen. Nancy Skinner-D and Sen. Steven Bradford-D. If passed, the new law...more

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