Notwithstanding any provision of the Revised Code to the contrary, a student-athlete attending a state institution of higher education or private college is not an employee of the institution or college based upon either of the following:

1. (A) The student-athlete's participation in an athletic program offered by the institution or college;
2. (B) The institution or college compensating the student-athlete for use of the student-athlete's name, image, or likeness.

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