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SB 2511

Relating to broadcast coverage agreements for postseason activity of students representing a University Interscholastic League member school.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Bryan Hughes

SB 2511 regulates broadcast agreements for Texas UIL postseason athletic events, determining media rights allocation and revenue distribution among schools, the league, and broadcasters.

Referred to Education K-16
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Bill Summary · SB 2511

Legislative bill overview

SB 2511 addresses broadcast coverage agreements for postseason athletic activities of students from University Interscholastic League (UIL) member schools in Texas. The bill establishes terms and conditions for how postseason competitions can be broadcast, likely clarifying rights and revenue distribution between schools, broadcasters, and the UIL.

Why is this important

Texas UIL is one of the largest high school athletic organizations in the nation, governing thousands of schools. As broadcasting rights and digital media become increasingly valuable, this legislation determines who controls these rights and how revenue flows, directly affecting school funding for athletic programs and student athlete exposure.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue distribution: Unclear how broadcast revenue will be split between individual schools, the UIL, and broadcasters, potentially favoring larger schools with greater bargaining power
  • Access and equity: Rules around which games get broadcast could disadvantage smaller, rural schools unable to negotiate favorable terms or lacking media market appeal
  • Student athlete compensation: The bill's silence on whether student athletes share in broadcast revenues raises questions about fair treatment amid growing commercialization of high school sports

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

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