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NY S08437

Bill

Status

Introduced

6/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Robert Ortt

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Redefines "professional wrestling" as sports entertainment with predetermined outcomes and mock combat, distinguishing it from competitive combative sports like boxing and MMA

  • Caps annual licensing fees for professional wrestling promoters at $225, down from commission-determined amounts

  • Eliminates the requirement for promoters to file a $20,000 bond with the comptroller guaranteeing payment of wrestlers' purses and expenses

  • Allows registered nurses or other medical professionals to be present at wrestling exhibitions instead of requiring a licensed physician

  • Requires promoters to notify the athletic commission at least 10 days before holding an exhibition and maintain anti-drug plans if hosting 6 or more events annually

Legislative Description

Lowers the financial burden imposed on professional wrestling promoters.

Last Action

REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Consumer Affairs and Protection1/7/2026
Rules6/11/2025

Full Bill Text

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