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IA HF2303
Bill
Status
2/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Chad Behn
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AI Summary
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Adds "kickboxing match" to Iowa Code Chapter 90A, defining it as any professional or amateur kickboxing event open to the public where admission is charged, donations requested, or merchandise/refreshments sold
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Requires promoters of kickboxing matches to obtain a license from the State Commissioner of Athletics before organizing, holding, advertising, or conducting events
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Grants the commissioner authority to suspend, deny, revoke, annul, or withdraw licenses and participation authority for kickboxing matches under the same conditions as boxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts
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Mandates promoters submit written reports within 20 days of events detailing ticket sales, gross admission proceeds, and pay a 5% tax on total gross admission receipts to the State Treasurer
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Codifies into statute the regulation of professional and amateur kickboxing, which is currently regulated by administrative rule (481 IAC 255) for professional matches only
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to regulation of professional and amateur kickboxing by the state commissioner of athletics.
Last Action
Placed on calendar.
3/11/2026