Wyoming High School NIL Legislation
High school NIL is currently prohibited in Wyoming.
Current Status
Prohibited
Governing Body
Wyoming High School Activities Association (WHSAA)
Effective Date
TBD
Timeline
Wyoming NIL Journey
April 2025
Commissioner Proposes NIL
WHSAA Commissioner Trevor Wilson proposed NIL modeled after Montana. Called it "the right thing to do."
Oct 23, 2025
WHSAA Votes NO
Board voted down NIL on second reading after pushback from Johnson/Campbell County school boards.
Jan 22, 2026
SF 0053 Introduced
12 Republican lawmakers introduced "Keeping Amateurism in High School Athletics" to legally ban NIL.
Allowed
Key Provisions
What Wyoming is expected to allow
Currently PROHIBITED - most aggressive anti-NIL state
SF 0053 would codify ban into state law (W.S. 21-25-401)
Safe exceptions: family money, off-season camp stipends, meals/travel
Letters of Intent for college still allowed
Prohibited
Restrictions
What Wyoming is expected to prohibit
Capitalizing on athletic fame = immediate permanent ineligibility
Cannot receive money, gifts, or merchandise related to athlete status
Cannot accept monetary prizes above WHSAA-approved value
Professional contracts strictly prohibited
Compliance
How Framework Helps Wyoming
Our platform is built specifically for Wyoming's NIL requirements
Education First
NIL education prepares Wyoming athletes for college opportunities
Compliance Documentation
Track what IS allowed (camps, family money) vs prohibited
Out-of-State Prep
Resources for families considering relocation for NIL opportunities
Deep Dive
Related Legislation
Learn more about specific bills and proposals in Wyoming
Ready to Navigate Wyoming NIL?
Whether Wyoming passes NIL legislation this year or next, Framework is ready to help your school, athletes, and families prepare.