CS/HB 1067 Summary

• Revises definitions related to boxing, kickboxing, and mixed martial arts, including clarifying "boxing," "mixed martial arts," and "physician" definitions

• Eliminates the requirement for electronic recording of all scheduled Florida State Boxing Commission proceedings and deletes the concessionaire licensure requirement

• Provides for immediate license suspension if participants fail to provide urine samples or test positive for prohibited substances, with additional penalties including purse forfeiture and competition bans

• Grants the commission exclusive jurisdiction over approval of amateur mixed martial arts matches and establishes audit procedures for promoter records and receipts

• Appropriates $111,000 in recurring General Revenue Funds to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation for implementation during fiscal year 2013-2014, effective July 1, 2013