Arkansas has made a strategic move by becoming the first state to exempt NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) earnings from state income tax, effective retroactively to January 1, 2025. This landmark decision, finalized by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders on April 25, 2025 reshapes the financial landscape for student-athletes and schools alike. Key Takeaways Arkansas Paves The post Arkansas Champions NIL State Tax Exemptions: What This Means for Student-Athletes and Schools appeared first on Blog.