The bill could open the door for federal standards for NIL legislation, superseding the current state laws that provide guidance on player compensation. SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said Wednesday during an appearance on "SEC This Morning" that he had no knowledge of a pending executive order.

A bill seeking to prohibit collegiate athletes from becoming employees and limit the NCAA’s antitrust liability is heading to the House floor after two congressional committees voted to approve it.

Rep. Russell Fry, R-S.C, said the future of college sports could be at risk if Congress fails to act. He said the bill ensures college athletes can benefit from their NIL while also protecting the broader ecosystem of collegiate athletics.

New House legislation would establish national standards for college athlete compensation, while mandating schools provide academic and medical support to student athletes.

A new Louisiana legislative task force on name, image and likeness issues is formulating a plan to tackle the problems the burgeoning industry has brought amid a time of turmoil for college athletics.

A bill introduced in the West Virginia House of Delegates would shield athletes from NCAA investigations into NIL activities, as the impending House v. NCAA settlement is set to alter college sports.