Gov. Beshear signs legislation allowing Kentucky’s student-athletes to profit from their name, image and likeness
FRANKFORT, Ky. – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear signed legislation that approves of compensation for student-athletes in Kentucky if their name, image and likeness is used. In June of last year, after consulting with lawmakers and universities, Gov. Beshear was the first governor to sign an executive order immediately allowing students to receive such compensation, according to a release. Senate Bill…