Vermont High School NIL Legislation
Vermont allows high school student-athletes to earn NIL compensation. Effective since May 2022.
Current Status
Allowed
Governing Body
Vermont Principals' Association (VPA)
Effective Date
May 2022
Timeline
Vermont NIL Journey
July 1, 2021
Collegiate Wave
UVM began NIL under NCAA interim policy - forced VPA to review high school rules.
May 2022
VPA Confirmation
Executive Director and Board confirmed NIL allowed - early regional adopter.
January 15, 2026
Federal Title IX Investigation
Champlain Valley district investigated - may affect NIL marketability in affected districts.
January 29, 2026
Ohio Ripple Effect Monitoring
VT leaders watching HB 661 to ensure no similar prohibition bills in Northeast.
Allowed
Key Provisions
What Vermont allows
"Association-Permissive" - VPA manages via common-sense bylaws, no state law
Rule 15.11 (Amateurism) allows NIL without eligibility loss
One of first regional states to offer clear "Yes" without legislative fight
Agents/attorneys allowed for NIL (not for professional playing contracts)
Elite alpine skiers secure global gear brand deals independently
Prohibited
Restrictions
What Vermont prohibits
No school affiliation (VPA Bylaws) - school uniforms, logos, mascots prohibited
Cannot say "I'm the Rutland High QB" - can say "I'm a Vermont QB"
No facility usage - school gyms, fields, equipment off-limits for commercial content
No pay-for-play - compensation must be for "actual work performed"
Vice bans: Tobacco/vaping/nicotine, alcohol, cannabis, gambling/sports betting, adult entertainment, weapons/firearms
Compliance
How Framework Helps Vermont
Our platform is built specifically for Vermont's NIL requirements
VPA Rule 15.11 Compliance
Identity-neutral brand verification
Outdoor/Ski Market
Global gear brand partnerships for alpine athletes (Rossignol, Burton)
UVM Pipeline Tools
Direct Revenue Sharing tracking for Burlington recruits
Lake Champlain Market
Local restaurant and retail partnership optimization
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