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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…

Delaware adopted a “regulatory-heavy” path—Senate Bill 297 (effective July 1, 2023) adopts Revised Uniform Athlete Agents Act (RUAAA) with strict agent registration through Secretary of State. DIAA Regulation 1030 (effective…

North Dakota operates WITHOUT a state no-in-training (NIL) statute — as does South Dakota, providing strategic flexibility but no “safe harbor.” NDSU phased out the Green and Gold Collective (July…

Iowa Code Chapter 261I establishes “passive permission” NIL framework—permits activity but lacks Missouri/Nebraska-style aggressive protections. Agent certification required through state treasurer. Swarm Collective (Iowa) pivoted to alcohol licensing (Swarm Golden…

Connecticut illustrates the collision between championship-caliber athletic programs and state fiscal crisis. Legislative evolution from “restriction” (2021) to “enablement” (2022) to “revenue sharing” (2025). UConn faces $70M athletic deficit +…