This bill amends various sections of Louisiana law to rename the "State Boxing and Wrestling Commission" to the "Louisiana State Athletic Commission." It introduces new provisions regarding the establishment of a safety zone at events, which requires an area of at least eight feet around the ring or cage to be partitioned and restricts access to authorized personnel only. The bill also allows the commission to set its own fees and salaries, repealing previous statutory amounts for licensing fees and board member salaries.

Additionally, the bill modifies the fee structure for various licenses, increasing some fees while decreasing others, and establishes a per diem for commission members attending meetings or events. It also raises the venue capacity limit for certain professional wrestling events from 400 to 1,000 persons. The commission is now prohibited from receiving state funds, and the bill includes provisions for the appointment of an events coordinator, whose fee will be determined by the commission. Overall, the bill aims to modernize the commission's operations and enhance safety at athletic events.

Statutes affected:
HB538 Original: 4:61(A), 4:65(A)(2), 4:67(C)(1), 4:79(C), 4:1(A), 4:83(B)(2), 4:85(3), 36:1(C)(11)
HB538 Engrossed: 4:61(A), 4:65(A)(2), 4:67(C)(1), 4:79(C), 4:1(A), 4:83(B)(2), 4:85(3), 36:1(C)(11)
HB538 Enrolled: 4:61(A), 4:65(A)(2), 4:67(C)(1), 4:79(C), 4:1(A), 4:83(B)(2), 4:85(3), 36:1(C)(11)
HB538 Act 290: 4:61(A), 4:65(A)(2), 4:67(C)(1), 4:79(C), 4:1(A), 4:83(B)(2), 4:85(3), 36:1(C)(11)