House Bill No. 1122, introduced by Bashore, amends the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission Act to strengthen the regulation of combative sports in the state. The bill expands the Commission's jurisdiction to include both amateur and professional participants, such as boxers and corner persons, and grants the Commission the authority to stop unlicensed promotions and impose penalties for unsanctioned activities. It also clarifies definitions related to combative sports and outlines the Commission's responsibilities, including the management of its own finances and the return of property previously held by the State Department of Health.

Significantly, the bill establishes the Commission as an independent entity, removing its reliance on the State Department of Health for administrative support. It includes provisions that prohibit Commission employees from having financial interests in combative sports events, with exceptions for medical personnel, and mandates health testing for participants before events. The legislation abolishes the previous Professional Boxing Licensing Revolving Fund and creates a new revolving fund for the Commission's operational expenses. Overall, House Bill No. 1122 aims to enhance oversight and ensure better protection for participants and the public in Oklahoma's combative sports events.