# Athletic Commission Rule Changes South Dakota's Athletic Commission is updating its rules to implement new state law and modernize how it regulates boxing, kickboxing, and mixed martial arts. **Contest promoters now must submit approval requests 60 business days in advance (up from 30) and pay a $500 upfront fee, with the balance due seven days before the event.** The commission is adding an inspector registration category and expanding what it considers when determining if fighters are fairly matched—now including factors like suspension history, training status, and fight recordings. **Officials' compensation will be set by negotiation between promoters and officials, with the commission stepping in if they can't agree,** and the commission is creating a new "Bout Review" chapter to clarify procedures. The rules also strengthen the commission's authority to discipline contestants who fail to make weight or show up for fights, even if they haven't paid registration fees.
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These rule changes implement Senate Bill 64 (2026), update the rules to reflect the current policies and processes of the Commission for the safety of contestants, officials, and the public, and provide clarification on current rules for contestants, officials, and promoters.
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