South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

H 4902: Intercollegiate Athletes' Compensation for Name, Image, or Likeness

Passed both chambers Last action April 23, 2026: Act No. 119

Plain-language summary

H 4902 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Intercollegiate Athletes' Compensation for Name, Image, or Likeness. Primary sponsor: Davey Hiott (Republican), Murrell Smith (Republican), Bruce Bannister (Republican), Todd Rutherford (Democratic), Case Brittain (Republican), Val Guest (Republican), Leon Stavrinakis (Democratic), Shannon Erickson (Republican), Micah Caskey (Republican), Tommy Pope (Republican), Neal Collins (Republican), Brandon Newton (Republican), Sylleste Davis (Republican), Bill Herbkersman (Republican), Bill Hixon (Republican), Mark Willis (Republican), Robert Reese (Democratic), Wendell Gilliard (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 23, 2026): Act No. 119.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Davey Hiott (Republican); Murrell Smith (Republican); Bruce Bannister (Republican); Todd Rutherford (Democratic); and 14 more.