South Dakota High School NIL Legislation
South Dakota allows high school student-athletes to earn NIL compensation. Effective since July 1, 2024.
Current Status
Allowed
Governing Body
South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA)
Effective Date
July 1, 2024
Timeline
South Dakota NIL Journey
April 2024
SDHSAA Turning Point
Board approved new NIL policy - moved from strict "No" to structured "Yes."
July 1, 2024
Independence Day
Amateurism bylaws officially amended - South Dakota prep NIL begins.
January 21, 2026
HB 1008 Varsity Credit
Student-led bill passed House Education Committee - varsity = PE credit.
January 2026
House Settlement Workshops
SDHSAA holding workshops for seniors on SDSU/USD direct revenue sharing.
Allowed
Key Provisions
What South Dakota allows
"Pragmatic Permissive" - Held out longer than most but 2024 shift was smooth
HB 1008 would allow varsity sports to satisfy 0.5 PE graduation credit
July 1, 2024 was "Independence Day" for South Dakota prep NIL
House Settlement workshops educating 2026 seniors on SDSU/USD revenue sharing
$250 traditional performance award cap (NIL earnings unlimited)
Prohibited
Restrictions
What South Dakota prohibits
No school identity - school names, nicknames, logos prohibited
"Uniform Ban" - school insignia in ads = "Class A" violation and immediate ineligibility
No facility usage - school property requires public rental agreement
$250 traditional award cap for performance prizes
Vice bans: Adult entertainment, alcohol, tobacco/vaping, cannabis (strictly enforced), gambling/sports betting, weapons/firearms
Compliance
How Framework Helps South Dakota
Our platform is built specifically for South Dakota's NIL requirements
SDHSAA Clean Play Compliance
Identity separation and "Class A" violation prevention
Varsity Credit Tracking
HB 1008 integration for athlete time management
House Settlement Bridge
Tools for seniors navigating SDSU/USD revenue sharing models
Sioux Falls Market
Regional agricultural and industrial brand partnerships
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Framework provides the education, compliance, and management tools that South Dakota schools, families, and athletes need to succeed with NIL.