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NY S08437
Bill
Status
6/11/2025
Primary Sponsor
Robert Ortt
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AI Summary
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Redefines "professional wrestling" as sports entertainment with predetermined outcomes and mock combat, distinguishing it from competitive combative sports like boxing and MMA
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Caps annual licensing fees for professional wrestling promoters at $225, down from commission-determined amounts
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Eliminates the requirement for promoters to file a $20,000 bond with the comptroller guaranteeing payment of wrestlers' purses and expenses
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Allows registered nurses or other medical professionals to be present at wrestling exhibitions instead of requiring a licensed physician
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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