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F Visas and Work Authorization for International Student Athletes

This bill aims to allow international student athletes in the U.S. to obtain F visas and employment authorization. This will enable them to earn compensation from the commercial use of their name, image, and likeness (NIL), which was previously unavailable to them. This change could significantly impact their financial situation and career development opportunities in the United States.
Key points
International student athletes will be eligible for F visas to study and earn income from their NIL.
The act will allow them to legally enter into endorsement contracts and receive compensation.
Colleges may oversee student employment activities to ensure compliance with the new rules.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7982
Sponsor: Rep. Flood, Mike [R-NE-1]
Process start date: 2024-04-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Name, Image, and Likeness for International Collegiate Athletes Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7982.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • International student athletes will be eligible for F visas to study and earn income from their NIL.
  • The act will allow them to legally enter into endorsement contracts and receive compensation.
  • Colleges may oversee student employment activities to ensure compliance with the new rules.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Flood, Mike [R-NE-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Education Migration