NCAA conference officials on June 12 called on Congress to intervene regarding the issue of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) following a court settlement.
The settlement created a salary cap, backpay, and other mechanisms for colleges, universities, and student-athletes.
However, witnesses who appeared before the House Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee said that Congress should get involved,[series_posts_list][/series_posts_list] especially as there are different state laws governing NIL, and therefore, this creates confusing and unfair circumstances for numerous student-athletes who may not be able to benefit from their own brand.
“The hodgepodge of state laws remains a nightmare for student athletes who are often unsure of what rules apply, where, and to whom,” said Ashley Cozad, a former swimming student athlete at the University of North Florida....
