Boxing, Wrestling, and Martial ArtsAdministration
Section § 18600
This section tells us that the rules and regulations regarding boxing, referred to as the Boxing Act or the State Athletic Commission Act, are contained within this chapter. If any law mentions these Acts, it is talking about this specific set of rules.
Section § 18601
Section § 18602
This section creates the State Athletic Commission, which is part of the Department of Consumer Affairs and has seven members. The Governor appoints five members, confirmed by the Senate, while one member each is appointed by the Senate Committee on Rules and the Speaker of the Assembly. Commissioners cannot be people currently or recently licensed under this chapter. At least four members should have expertise in areas like medicine, finance, public safety, or related sports fields. Members serve four-year terms, limited to two consecutive terms, but the initial appointments have varying lengths. This section is valid until January 1, 2029, after which it will be reviewed by the Legislature.
Section § 18602.1
The main focus of the State Athletic Commission is to protect the public. If there are conflicts between protecting the public and other goals, public protection must always come first.
Section § 18602.5
This law requires a commission to create and present a strategic plan to the Governor and Legislature addressing certain issues with the State Athletic Commission. This plan must cover how the commission regulates the profession, set fees, and manage financial aspects like contracts and training costs. It should address outdated technology, accounting issues, and ensure enough funding sources. The law also mandates consideration of health and safety at athletic events. Public and expert input is necessary, and progress must be reported back by a specified deadline.
Section § 18604
Section § 18605
This section explains that for the commission to conduct business, more than half of its appointed members must be present. If they want to make a decision or approve something, more than half of those present must agree.
Section § 18606
This law section states that each year, or whenever there is an open spot, the commission's members must choose one member to be the chair and another to be the vice-chair at their first meeting.
Section § 18607
Commission members are entitled to a daily allowance and travel expenses, according to specific rules detailed in Section 103.
Section § 18608
This law states that a commission is considered a board under certain rules starting from Section 100, but it's not treated as a board created by an initiative act for Section 102 purposes.
Section § 18610
Section § 18611
Section § 18613
This law section explains the roles and responsibilities related to the appointment and work of certain officials within a commission overseeing athletic events. The commission can appoint an executive officer, with approval from the Director of Consumer Affairs, to carry out tasks assigned by the commission. They can also hire a chief athletic inspector and an assistant, who help manage event regulations. Additionally, other staff necessary for carrying out duties can be employed. The executive officer is protected from liability for discretionary actions taken while performing duties. This section of the law is set to expire on January 1, 2029.
Section § 18615
This law states that an inspector cannot oversee an event unless they have attended a clinic or received formal training about the commission's rules and issues in the last six months. The commission can cover travel costs for inspectors attending this training.
Section § 18618
This law requires the commission to provide a report to the Governor and Legislature by July 30, 2012. The report covers two main areas: First, the status of the Neurological Examination Account, including the money collected from promoters and how it’s spent. It also asks for recommendations about creating a medical database for tracking injuries and deaths in competitions. Second, the report discusses the Boxers' Pension Fund, including whether it should continue and possibly expand to cover all athletes and relevant fees.