Bill > S05367

This bill directs the New York State Athletic Commission to conduct a comprehensive review of professional wrestling regulation, with the goal of developing recommendations for potential legislative action. The commission is tasked with examining several key aspects, including: the regulatory needs for organizations that rarely host wrestling events, the potential regulation of non-competitive wrestling events, how other states currently regulate professional wrestling, and gathering insights from professional wrestlers, stakeholders, and safety experts. The review will specifically focus on determining whether professional wrestling requires regulation and, if so, what minimum qualifications and oversight mechanisms should be implemented. By November 1, 2025, the commission must submit a detailed report to legislative committees outlining its findings and recommendations. The bill is temporary in nature, taking effect immediately but automatically expiring on July 1, 2026, which ensures that the review process has a defined timeline and the legislation will not remain permanently on the books without further legislative action.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5367