The bill amends various sections of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to expand the regulatory authority of the State Athletic Commissioner over additional combat sports. Specifically, it authorizes the regulation of professional bare-knuckle mixed martial arts, professional mixed martial arts on ice, professional muay thai, amateur muay thai, and amateur kickboxing, alongside existing regulations for professional boxing and kickboxing. The bill includes provisions for licensing requirements, fees, and the establishment of rules and regulations governing these sports, ensuring that all matches and exhibitions are conducted under the oversight of the State Athletic Commissioner.
Key amendments include the insertion of new language that specifies the types of matches and exhibitions under the commissioner's jurisdiction, as well as the fees associated with licensing for both amateur and professional events. The bill also outlines the conditions under which licenses may be granted, the requirements for medical examinations, and the penalties for violations, including the potential for fines and suspensions for unsportsmanlike conduct or substance abuse. The original sections of the statutes that are being amended are repealed, streamlining the legal framework governing these combat sports in Nebraska.