HB 661·OH·house
Bar middle or high school athlete from earning NIL compensation
In CommitteeFiled Jan 29, 2026
Sponsor: Adam C. Bird
Latest Action
Refer to Committee
Feb 4, 2026
Summary
The bill would bar students in grades 7‑12 who compete in interscholastic sports from earning money from their name, image, or likeness, or any other payment tied to their roster spot. It applies to public, charter, and private schools that field such teams, and would suspend athletes from the sport linked to the prohibited payment while allowing them to play other sports.
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