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South Carolina Senators Pass Bill to Keep Athlete Payments Secret

2/20/2026

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South Carolina state senators advanced a bill to keep college athletes' payment details confidential, citing competitive disadvantages and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulatory gaps.
The Senate approved the bill after the House's earlier approval.
A lawsuit against the University of South Carolina prompted urgency to disclose payment information.
Critics say secrecy could hinder athletes' market-value assessments and risk unfair public-fund distribution.

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South Carolina state senators advanced a bill to keep college athletes' payment details confidential, citing competitive disadvantages and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulatory gaps.
The Senate approved the bill after the House's earlier approval.
A lawsuit against the University of South Carolina prompted urgency to disclose payment information.
Critics say secrecy could hinder athletes' market-value assessments and risk unfair public-fund distribution.