Missouri High School NIL Legislation
Missouri allows high school student-athletes to earn NIL compensation. Effective since August 28, 2023.
Current Status
Allowed
Governing Body
Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA)
Effective Date
August 28, 2023
Timeline
Missouri NIL Journey
July 1, 2021
Section 173.280
Missouri enacted first collegiate NIL law - restrictive and shut out high schoolers.
Aug 28, 2022
Coach Facilitation
Legislators allowed college coaches to "facilitate" deals - signaled pro-business intent.
Aug 28, 2023
HB 417 "Game Changer"
Governor Parson opened door for high schoolers - NIL after signing NLI to Missouri school.
July 1, 2025
SB 190 Co-Branding
High school recruits can license Missouri college logos/trademarks before enrollment.
Jan 7, 2026
SB 863 Oversight Battle
Bill to replace MSHSAA leadership with Governor-appointed board for "accountability."
Allowed
Key Provisions
What Missouri allows
"Aggressive Recruiter" - state weaponized NIL to keep local talent in-state
**DUAL-TRACK SYSTEM** (Bylaw 3.6.6): "Missouri Signee" vs "Uncommitted" rules differ
HB 417: NIL money immediately after signing NLI to Missouri college/university
SB 190: Can license Missouri college logos BEFORE stepping on campus
SB 863: Replace MSHSAA leadership with Governor-appointed board
Prohibited
Restrictions
What Missouri prohibits
"Missouri Signee" Privilege: Sign with Mizzou/SLU/etc = full permission, can use school logos
"Uncommitted" Rule: Follow strict Amateur Status (Bylaw 3.6) - only unaffiliated work allowed
No Collectives for High Schools (Bylaw 3.6.6a) - collectives deal with individuals only
Mandatory $600+ reporting to AD and potentially state clearinghouse
Legal right to attorney licensed in Missouri
Compliance
How Framework Helps Missouri
Our platform is built specifically for Missouri's NIL requirements
MSHSAA Bylaw 3.6.6 Compliance
Dual-track system navigation for signees vs uncommitted
NLI Tracking
Unlock full permissions upon signing with Missouri institution
Co-Branding Tools
SB 190 compliant license management for college logos
$600 Clearinghouse Reporting
Automated reporting to state registry
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