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SB 94

Regards broadcasts of intercollegiate athletic competitions

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Bill DeMora

SB 94 regulates intercollegiate athletic broadcast rights in Ohio, affecting revenue streams and fan access to college sports.

Referred to committee
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Bill Summary · SB 94

Legislative bill overview

SB 94 appears to regulate how intercollegiate athletic competitions in Ohio are broadcast and distributed. The bill was recently introduced and referred to committee, but limited public information is currently available about its specific provisions, requirements, or restrictions on broadcasts.

Why is this important

Broadcast rights for college sports involve significant revenue streams for universities and athletic programs, affecting funding for scholarships, facilities, and other institutional operations. How broadcasts are regulated can impact media companies, streaming platforms, fan access, and the financial sustainability of athletic departments across Ohio's colleges and universities.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue distribution concerns: Disagreement over who controls broadcast rights and how revenue from those rights should be distributed between institutions, conferences, and platforms
  • Fan access and pricing: Questions about whether regulations ensure affordable access to games or inadvertently limit viewing options through exclusive agreements
  • In-state versus out-of-state broadcasts: Potential conflicts over whether Ohio-specific requirements disadvantage national broadcasters or limit out-of-state viewers' access to Ohio teams

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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