New York High School NIL Legislation
New York allows high school student-athletes to earn NIL compensation. Effective since July 7, 2023.
Current Status
Allowed
Governing Body
New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA)
Effective Date
July 7, 2023
Timeline
New York NIL Journey
Oct 20, 2021
NYSPHSAA Pivot
Executive Committee voted to amend amateurism rules to allow NIL, preventing talent exodus.
Nov 21, 2022
S5891F Signed
Governor Hochul signed Collegiate Athletic Participation Compensation Act establishing NIL precedent.
July 7, 2023
Education Law § 6438-C
Extended state-level NIL protections to any student who completed sophomore year. First state to use statutory law.
January 2025
Coogan Law Push
Amendments ensure NIL deals follow Child Performer Protection - 15% to blocked trust account.
Allowed
Key Provisions
What New York allows
Most "pro-athlete" state - NIL treated as civil right of publicity
High schoolers can legally hire state-licensed sports agents (Article 39-E)
Sophomores and above protected by state statute (Education Law § 6438-C)
15% of minor earnings go to Coogan Account (blocked trust) until 18
14-day disclosure to Athletic Director required
Prohibited
Restrictions
What New York prohibits
No school name, logo, mascot, or facilities in ads
No "vice" endorsements: alcohol, tobacco, gambling, cannabis, adult entertainment
No inducements - boosters cannot pay for enrollment at specific school
Compliance
How Framework Helps New York
Our platform is built specifically for New York's NIL requirements
Agent Integration
Platform supports licensed agent involvement unique to NY
Coogan Account Tracking
Automatic 15% trust account calculation and compliance
14-Day Disclosure
Automated AD notification within required timeframe
NYC Media Market
Tools optimized for high-value national brand partnerships
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