South Dakota is updating its athletic commission rules by repealing outdated sections and adding detailed definitions for boxing, kickboxing, mixed martial arts, and related roles like managers and matchmakers. The bill also significantly expands the commission's regulatory framework, particularly in section 42-12-10, to better govern these combat sports and the people involved in organizing and participating in them. These changes modernize how the state oversees professional fighting competitions and related activities.
The amendment removed a requirement that the commission establish standards for boxing, kickboxing, and mixed martial arts through administrative rules, streamlining the commission's enumerated powers and duties.
Signed by the Governor S.J. 206
Delivered to the Governor S.J. 177
Signed by the Speaker H.J. 210
Signed by the President S.J. 165
House of Representatives Do Pass Passed, YEAS 51, NAYS 15. H.J. 185
Commerce and Energy Do Pass Passed, YEAS 9, NAYS 3. H.J. 11
Commerce and Energy Scheduled for hearing
House of Representatives Referred to House Commerce and Energy H.J. 114
First Reading House H.J. 105
Senate Do Pass Passed, YEAS 28, NAYS 4. S.J. 69
Senate Remove from Consent Calendar S.J. 60
Commerce and Energy Certified uncontested, placed on consent
Commerce and Energy Do Pass Passed, YEAS 8, NAYS 0.
Commerce and Energy Scheduled for hearing
First read in Senate and referred to Senate Commerce and Energy S.J. 10
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