Louisiana High School NIL Legislation
Louisiana allows high school student-athletes to earn NIL compensation. Effective since April 7, 2022.
Current Status
Allowed
Governing Body
Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA)
Effective Date
April 7, 2022
Timeline
Louisiana NIL Journey
July 1, 2021
SB 60 (College)
Governor Edwards signed first Louisiana NIL bill for LSU and Southern athletes.
April 7, 2022
LHSAA Position Statement
Executive Committee clarified Bylaw 1.25 allows high school NIL immediately.
June 2022
SB 250 Booster Unlock
Removed ban on boosters/collectives - Louisiana collectives can now engage earlier than any state.
Dec 8, 2025
HR 15 Task Force
NIL Task Force recommended most restrictive minor-protection rules in US.
Jan 23, 2026
Minor Protection Report
Task Force submitted blueprint for 2026 session: trust accounts, agent registration, education.
March 2026
2026 Legislative Session
Expected: Trust Account rule becomes law by summer 2026.
Allowed
Key Provisions
What Louisiana allows
LHSAA Bylaw 1.25 allows NIL "in individual capacities" - no formal registration
SB 250 removed booster/collective restrictions - early collective engagement allowed
PENDING (2026): Mandatory trust accounts for minors (Coogan-style)
PENDING: $10k+ deals require agent registration with LA Attorney General
PENDING: 5-hour financial literacy workshop required twice before graduation
Prohibited
Restrictions
What Louisiana prohibits
No team identity - cannot wear school jersey in photos/content
Quid Pro Quo required - must provide service (post, appearance) to get paid
Vice prohibitions: tobacco, alcohol, gambling, sports betting, PEDs
No inducements - collectives cannot pay contingent on staying/transferring
PENDING: Notarized parental consent for ALL minor contracts
Compliance
How Framework Helps Louisiana
Our platform is built specifically for Louisiana's NIL requirements
LHSAA Bylaw 1.25 Compliance
Track quid pro quo requirements and team identity restrictions
Trust Account Ready
Prepared for mandatory trust account management when 2026 laws pass
Collective Integration
Louisiana-specific collective deal tracking and facilitation tools
Financial Literacy Courses
5-hour workshop content to meet pending education requirements
Ready to Navigate Louisiana NIL?
Framework provides the education, compliance, and management tools that Louisiana schools, families, and athletes need to succeed with NIL.