College Athlete Economic Freedom Act
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsor
- 1
- Latest action
- Jul 28, 2025
What it does
The College Athlete Economic Freedom Act would establish the right of college athletes to profit from the use of their name, image, and likeness (NIL) without interference from their institutions or athletic associations. It prohibits schools and conferences from restricting athletes’ ability to market their NIL, forming collective representation, or receiving compensation that affects their eligibility for financial aid. The bill also requires equitable support for all athletes regardless of gender, race, or sport, mandates reporting by NIL collectives to the Federal Trade Commission, and authorizes grants to study disparities in NIL compensation.
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Where it stands
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Who is involved
Sponsors
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Where it goes next
While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.