Texas SB1181 regulates combative sports, exempts certain amateur events from licensing, and creates a criminal offense for unapproved events.

Texas SB1181 amends the Occupations Code to regulate combative sports, exempting certain amateur events from licensing and bonding requirements. Specifically, it exempts events conducted by educational institutions, the Texas National Guard, law enforcement agencies, and recognized sports organizations. The bill also mandates that promoters obtain department approval, ensure contestant eligibility, provide medical support, and conduct physical examinations. It prohibits elimination tournaments unless authorized by commission rule. Violating these provisions is a Class A misdemeanor.

Texas SB1181 regulates combative sports, exempts certain amateur events from licensing, and creates a criminal offense for unapproved events.

Texas SB1181 amends the Occupations Code to regulate combative sports, exempting certain amateur events from licensing and bonding requirements. Specifically, it exempts events conducted by educational institutions, the Texas National Guard, law enforcement agencies, and recognized sports organizations. The bill also mandates that promoters obtain department approval, ensure contestant eligibility, provide medical support, and conduct physical examinations. It prohibits elimination tournaments unless authorized by commission rule. Violating these provisions is a Class A misdemeanor.