NIL Academy

Hawaii has NO state NIL statute—”Statutory Silence” (SB 2915 failed). Unique “Competitive Friction”: General Excise Tax (GET) 4.5% on GROSS receipts + $5.6M annual travel deficit + $2.2M opponent subsidies.…

Maryland NIL governed by Jordan McNair Safe and Fair Play Act (SB 439)—unique hybrid: Commercial liberty + physical safety (brain injuries, heat illness, rhabdomyolysis). Born from 2018 tragedy. Phased implementation:…

Alaska has NO state NIL statute — “Regulatory Vacuum” (“White Space”). Unique hybrid model: UAA/UAF are D-II schools with DI men’s hockey teams. “Seawolf 5th Line” (created as a result…

Minnesota has NO state legislative vacuum law — “Legislative Vacuum” (SF 2909 is NOT a legislative vacuum bill). Strategic advantage: no laws that can be repealed for House to fix.…

Legislative Document 1893 (2022) — The Statutory Bedrock: “An Act Regarding the Use of a Student Athlete’s Name, Image, Likeness or Autograph” Introduced by Senator Luchini (Hancock) + Rep. Brennan…

Vermont maintains a “legislative silence”—S.328 died in committee (2020), creating maximum flexibility. UVM: NO. The Super Team uses the Athlete’s Thread partnership for commercial merchandising. A “handful” strategy for revenue…

New Hampshire maintains “legislative silence”—HB 312 “Fair Play Act” failed/stalled. 0% State Income Tax = “New Hampshire Advantage” (saves 5-9% vs. MA, VT, ME). UNH: Opted IN to House settlement;…

Massachusetts transitioning from “legislative silence” (2021-2024) to codified regulation via House Bill 1930 (proposed effective July 1, 2027). “Fair Share Amendment” = 4% surtax on income >$1M (9% effective rate)…

Kansas maintains strategic “legislative silence”—NO state NIL statute, creating flexibility to adopt House settlement without repeal. KU: “FLIGHT” partnership (Walz Tetrick + Learfield) replaced Mass St. Collective (Dec 2024); $300M…

Idaho maintains strategic “legislative silence”—NO state NIL statute, creating maximum flexibility for institutions. SBOE oversight via Section III.T (“Felony Clause” = immediate removal). Boise State operates “Horseshoe Collective” (501(c)(3)) with…