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Bipartisan SCORE Act Aims to Regulate College Athlete NIL Rights

3/21/2026

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The bipartisan Student Compensation and Opportunity through Rights and Endorsements (SCORE) Act would establish uniform name, image, and likeness regulations for college student-athletes.
It would curb the chaotic NIL landscape from varying state laws and lawsuits affecting athletes.
It would protect women's and Olympic sports, ensuring funding and athlete well-being.
Without legislative action, college sports risk losing integrity and the educational mission near the 250th anniversary.

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The bipartisan Student Compensation and Opportunity through Rights and Endorsements (SCORE) Act would establish uniform name, image, and likeness regulations for college student-athletes.
It would curb the chaotic NIL landscape from varying state laws and lawsuits affecting athletes.
It would protect women's and Olympic sports, ensuring funding and athlete well-being.
Without legislative action, college sports risk losing integrity and the educational mission near the 250th anniversary.