CT HB05277

Defines "mixed martial arts" as unarmed combat combining techniques from different martial arts disciplines including grappling, kicking, jujitsu, and striking, and brings MMA matches under the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection's jurisdiction

Grants the commissioner authority to regulate, license, and supervise professional and amateur MMA matches, with power to adopt regulations regarding conduct, safety, and participant licensing with reasonable fees

Establishes that MMA match promoters must report match results and attendance within 24 hours, pay a 5% tax on gross receipts after federal taxes, and comply with financial reporting requirements

Restricts professional MMA participation to persons 18 years or older and amateur MMA participation to persons 16 years or older, with limited exceptions for school and university-affiliated competitions

Sets MMA match limits at no more than five rounds with mandatory one-minute rest periods between rounds, requires commissioner-approved referees, and mandates pre-match physician examinations for competitor fitness