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Ohio Lawmakers Debate High School NIL Profit Ban

2/24/2026

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  • Ohio lawmakers are considering a bill to ban high school athletes from profiting from name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals after a lawsuit allowed such profits.
  • Ohio would be among a minority of states prohibiting high school NIL.
  • Nearly 80% of Ohio High School Athletic Association schools support NIL.
  • Rep. Mike Odioso argues that teenagers are not ready for business contracts.
  • Critics note most NIL earnings are modest.