Ohio High School NIL Legislation
Ohio allows high school student-athletes to earn NIL compensation. Effective since November 24, 2025.
Current Status
Allowed
Governing Body
Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA)
Effective Date
November 24, 2025
Timeline
Ohio NIL Journey
May 2022
Initial Rejection
OHSAA member schools voted against NIL 538 to 254. Ohio was loudest opponent in country.
Oct 15, 2025
Brown v. OHSAA Lawsuit
Jasmine Brown filed lawsuit for son Jamier (5-star WR, OSU commit), claiming ban cost $100k+ in deals.
Oct 20, 2025
TRO Issued
Franklin County judge issued restraining order, effectively legalizing NIL overnight.
Nov 24, 2025
Emergency Vote
OHSAA voted 447-121 to officially legalize NIL. Ohio became 45th state. Lawsuit dropped.
Jan 29, 2026
HB 661 Introduced
Rep. Adam Bird introduced bill to BAN middle/high school NIL. Most significant anti-NIL bill in US.
Allowed
Key Provisions
What Ohio allows
14-day disclosure via OHSAA online portal
Called "Personal Branding Rights" by OHSAA
Deals must be direct between athlete and business
Payment for services rendered (social media, appearances)
Prohibited
Restrictions
What Ohio prohibits
Collective Prohibition - no high school collectives like college has
No performance bonuses (can't pay per touchdown)
No school jersey or logo in NIL content
Prohibited: gambling, alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, firearms, adult entertainment
WARNING: HB 661 could reverse NIL if passed in 2026
Compliance
How Framework Helps Ohio
Our platform is built specifically for Ohio's NIL requirements
OHSAA Bylaw 4-11 Compliance
Automated 14-day disclosure portal integration
Direct Deal Tracking
Ensures no collective involvement in deals
Legislative Monitoring
Track HB 661 status and prepare for potential changes
Education Resources
OHSAA seminar materials integrated into training
Ready to Navigate Ohio NIL?
Framework provides the education, compliance, and management tools that Ohio schools, families, and athletes need to succeed with NIL.