Ohio lawmakers seek to clarify NIL law parameters for student athletes

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Millions of dollars in name, image and likeness deals for student athletes have been made in Ohio since it first became legal to do so back in 2021, and now Ohio lawmakers are looking to bring clarity to the law.

“We're working, after looking at other states, especially down in the SCC states, what we can do to get rid of red tape, legislative issues and legal problems so that our student athletes can succeed,” Rep. Adam Mathews (R-Lebanon) said.

“Players...