College Athletes Discuss NIL In Senate Hearing

The transcript discusses the issue of college athletes being unable to profit from their name, image, and likeness (NIL). It highlights a Senate Commerce Committee hearing where athletes testified about the broken system and the need for federal change. The restrictions particularly affect low-income female athletes. While lawmakers agree on the need for athletes to earn from their fame, they have not agreed on specifics. Despite 19 states passing NIL laws, the NCAA still prohibits player compensation.

What does NIL stand for in the context of college athletes?

• National Image League

• National Income Legislation

• Name, Image, and Likeness

• New Income Law

Which group of athletes is most affected by the current NIL restrictions?

• Female athletes in non-revenue sports

• International athletes

• Male athletes in popular sports

• Low-income female and revenue-producing athletes

Why do some female athletes have a limited opportunity to benefit from NIL?

• They lack the necessary skills

• They are not as popular as male athletes

• Their sports do not have professional American leagues

• They are not allowed to participate in professional leagues

What is the stance of lawmakers on both sides regarding college athletes making money from their fame?

• They are undecided

• They agree it should be allowed

• They have not discussed it

• They are against it

How many states have passed laws related to NIL?

• 19

• 15

• 10

• 25