SECTION 8 repeals and creates s.
RL 112.04, relating to handwraps.
SECTION 10 amends the title of Ch.
RL 113.
SECTION 12 amends s.
RL 113.01 (1) by striking the term show and adding the term event.
SECTION 13 amends and renumbers RL 113.02 (1).
SECTION 14 creates the following provision: Health examinations required for boxers.
SECTION 15 amends the following provisions: Requirements for boxers that have been knocked-out. Requirements for female boxers to submit to pregnancy testing.
SECTION 16 repeals and recreates the following provision: Weight limitations and weight classes.
SECTION 19 creates the following provisions: Sports drinks at ringside during contests, and Persons required at ringside before a professional boxing contest begins.
SECTION 22 creates the following provision: Health examinations required for boxers.
SECTION 24 amends the following provision: Grounds for discipline of promoters and clubs
SECTION 25 creates the following provision: Additional grounds for discipline of promoters and clubs.
SECTION 26 amends the following provision: Grounds for discipline of professional boxers.
SECTION 27 creates the following provision: Additional grounds for discipline of professional boxers.
SECTION 29 creates the following provisions: Grounds for medical suspensions and mandatory rest periods, and Grounds for mandatory drug testing.
Comparison with federal regulations
The federal law regulating boxing is Title 15 US Code Chapter
89 Professional Boxing safety § 6301- §6313. It's relationship to state law is stated in §6313, “nothing in this Act [
15 USCS §§ 6301 et seq.] shall prohibit a State from adopting or enforcing supplemental or more stringent laws or regulations not inconsistent with this Act [
15 USCS §§ 6301 et seq.], or criminal, civil, or administrative fines for violations of such laws or regulations." The proposed amendments to the current boxing rules are consistent with this regulation.
Comparison with rules in adjacent states
Illinois:
Boxing is regulated in Illinois via, the Professional Boxing Act 225 ILCS 105 and through the Illinois Code of Regulation. The statute and regulations specify the manner in which boxing contests will be conducted. 225 ILCS 105/0.05 Professional Boxing Act 225 ILCS 105/ Professional Boxing Act. Illinois Code of Regulation Title 68 Pt. 1371 §1371.300 — §1371.380 PART 1371 PROFESSIONAL BOXING AND MARTIAL ARTS CONTESTS: Sections Listing
Iowa:
The Iowa Administrative Code, 875 IAC 173.1 (90A) – 173.54(90A), regulates professional boxing contests some of the areas of regulation are drug testing, public safety, and blood-borne disease testing of contestants.
Michigan:
The Michigan Unarmed Combat Regulatory Act regulates boxing in Michigan, placing it under the regulatory control of the Department of Energy, Labor and Economic Growth, Director's Office. The administrative rules, MICH.ADMIN CODE R339.101 — R339.403 govern the manner in which boxing and mixed martial arts events are conducted.
http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(itxqmlmbkf04w3325ny3cw45))/documents/mcl/pdf/mcl-Act-403-of-2004.pdf and
SOAHR Admincode
Minnesota:
Summary of factual data and analytical methodologies
The Boxing Commissioner recognized the need to review the current boxing regulations in light of the passage of
2009 Wisconsin Act 111 and its impact on chapter 444, Stats. The new legislation made significant changes to the manner in which boxing contests are conducted and added the regulation of mixed martial arts. Along with the new legislation, provisions in force in other states were consulted as examples of consistency in regulating boxing and mixed martial arts. Some of those provisions were incorporated into the working draft, resulting in more standardized regulation of boxing and mixed martial arts specific to Wisconsin.
Analysis and supporting documents used to determine effect on small business
There will be an effect on small businesses that promote professional boxing contests in Wisconsin. Prior to the passing of
2009 Wisconsin Act 111, boxing promoters were not required to pay certain fees or meet certain financial obligations such as a gate tax fee, posting of a bond, and payments for additional inspectors. These additional financial obligations could increase costs for promoters. However, the additional costs are necessary to ensure safety in conducting professional boxing events. Moreover, the targeted fees are compatible with other states that regulate the sport.
Section
227.137, Stats., requires an “agency" to prepare an economic impact report before submitting the proposed rule-making order to the Wisconsin Legislative Council. The Department of Regulation and Licensing is not included as an “agency" in this section.
Anticipated costs incurred by private sector
The department finds that this rule will have an impact on the private sector as indicated above.
Small Business Impact
These proposed rules were reviewed by the department's Small Business Review Advisory Committee to determine if the rules will have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small businesses, as defined in s.
227.114 (1), Stats. The rules may have some impact as described above in the
“Analysis and supporting documents used to determine the effect on small business" section.
The Department's Regulatory Review Coordinator may be contacted by email at
hector.colon@wisconsin.gov, or by calling 608-266-8608.
Fiscal Estimate
The department will have a one-time cost of $3,440 which will come from IT programming, form development and website updates. The anticipated total ongoing costs are $245,440 (includes both boxing and mixed martial arts), which will consist of staff time for licensing activities and attending events.
Agency Contact Person
Shawn Leatherwood
Dept. of Regulation and Licensing
Division of Board Services
1400 East Washington Avenue, Room 152
P.O. Box 8935, Madison, WI 53708
Phone: 608-261-4438
Notice of Hearing
Regulation and Licensing
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to authority vested in the Department of Regulation and Licensing in ss.
227.11 (2),
440.03 (1),
440.03 (1m),
444.01,
444.02,
444.03,
444.035,
444.06,
444.095,
444.11,
444.12,
444.13,
444.14,
444.15 and
444.18, Stats., the Department of Regulation and Licensing will hold a public hearing at the time and place indicated below to consider an emergency rule and a proposed rule to create Chapters
RL 192 to
196, relating to the regulation of mixed martial arts sporting events.
Hearing Information
Date: September 20, 2010
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Location: 1400 East Washington Avenue
(Enter at 55 North Dickinson Street)
Room 121A
Madison, Wisconsin
Appearance at Hearing and Submittal of Written Comments
Interested persons are invited to present information at the hearing. Persons appearing may make an oral presentation but are urged to submit facts, opinions and argument in writing as well. Facts, opinions and argument may also be submitted in writing without a personal appearance by mail addressed to Shawn Leatherwood, Department of Regulation and Licensing, Division of Board Services, 1400 E. Washington Ave., Room 152, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, WI 53708-8935, or by email
shawn leatherwood@wisconsin.gov. Written comments must be received by
September 27, 2010, to be included in the record of rule-making proceedings.
Copies of Proposed Rule
Copies of this proposed rule are available upon request to Shawn Leatherwood, Department of Regulation and Licensing, Division of Board Services, 1400 East Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, WI 53708, or by email at
shawn.leatherwood@wisconsin.gov.
Analysis Prepared by the Department of Regulation and Licensing
Statutes interpreted
Statutory authority
Sections
227.11 (2),
440.03 (1),
440.03 (1m),
444.01,
444.02,
444.03,
444.035,
444.06,
444.095,
444.11,
444.12,
444.13,
444.14,
444.15 and
444.18, Stats.
Explanation of agency authority
The Department of Regulation and Licensing has the authority under
2009 Wisconsin Act 111 to promulgate rules to implement the requirements under ch.
444, Stats., relating to the regulation of mixed martial arts sporting events.
Related statute or rule
There are no other statutes or rules other than those listed above.
Plain language analysis
This proposed rule-making order creates chs.
RL 192 to
196 relating to the regulation of mixed martial arts sporting events. The proposed rules contain definitions, application and permit requirements, officials' duties at events, conducting sporting events, fouls, equipment, medical requirements, grounds for disciplinary action, and mandatory drug testing.
Comparison with federal regulations
None.
Comparison with rules in adjacent states
Illinois:
Statutes and rules for conducting mixed martial arts sporting events are found in the Illinois Professional Boxing Act 225 ILCS 105 and the Illinois Administrative Code Title 68 Chapter VII Subchapter b Part 1371.
Iowa:
Iowa does not require licensure for conducting mixed martial arts sporting events.
Michigan:
