Bills · HR 4624
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4624State and local government operationsNeurological disorders
Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act of 2026
INTRO JUL 23· LAST ACTION MAR 25
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 4 / 8Introduced
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Passed Senate
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it aims to directly improve the health and safety of professional boxers, a group often at risk of serious, long-term injuries. By setting higher standards for medical care, pre-fight examinations, and anti-doping measures within these new unified boxing organizations, the bill could lead to fewer injuries and better post-career health for fighters. This is particularly relevant given ongoing concerns about brain trauma and the lack of consistent safety protocols across the sport.
If this bill becomes law, it could create a competitive environment where organizations strive to offer better boxer welfare, potentially pushing existing boxing promoters to also adopt higher standards. If it doesn't pass, the current fragmented system of regulation and varying safety standards for boxers is likely to continue, leaving many fighters vulnerable to inadequate medical care and potentially unregulated substance use.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes 'Unified Boxing Organizations' (UBOs) as an alternative pathway for federal compliance if they meet specific enhanced safety and welfare standards.
This creates a new regulatory framework that aims to offer higher standards of boxer protection than the existing baseline.
PROVISION 02
Requires additional medical examinations for boxers who suffer a knockout and supplemental annual physicals for boxers aged 40 or older.
These provisions target high-risk groups to prevent cumulative brain injury and ensure older fighters are fit for competition.
PROVISION 03
Mandates UBOs provide an additional ambulance and an additional certified ringside physician during covered matches.
This increases immediate medical readiness and expert care available for boxers during a fight, crucial for emergency situations.
PROVISION 04
Requires UBOs to provide boxers under contract with access to training and rehabilitation facilities, additional injury insurance, and a dedicated medical coordinator.
This provision offers comprehensive support beyond the fight itself, addressing training injuries and administrative medical needs.
PROVISION 05
Requires UBOs to implement a comprehensive anti-doping program with in-competition and no-notice testing, and annual public reporting of prohibited substances and penalties.
This aims to create a cleaner and fairer competitive environment by deterring performance-enhancing drug use.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 13
R· Georgia
YRS IN OFFICE
1
BILLS LED
9
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 77%
DEM 8 REP 5 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
14 EVENTSMAR 25
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
MAR 24
Mr. Walberg moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
MAR 24
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2641-2647)
MAR 24
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4624.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4624
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedJul 23, 2025
Last actionMar 25, 2026
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025
House BillHR 4624State and local government operationsNeurological disorders
Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act of 2026
INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 25, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
20 min
COSPONSORS
13
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
