A bill to establish a Congressional Advisory Commission on Amateur Boxing; and to amend title 18, United States Code, chapter 89, to prohibit the participation in or promotion of professional boxing.

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Title I: - Congressional Advisory Commission on Amateur Boxing Act of 1985 - Establishes the Congressional Advisory Commission on Boxing for the purpose of making legislative recommendations to the Congress based on studies undertaken with respect to the establishment of uniform Federal standards for amateur boxing events. Permits the Commission to hold hearings, take testimony, receive evidence, and issue subpoenas. Requires the Commission to report its findings and conclusions, together with any legislative recommendations, to the Congress. Terminates the Commission 60 days after it submits the report. Authorizes appropriations. Title II: - Federal Professional Boxing Prohibition Act of 1985 - Amends the Federal criminal code to make it a Federal offense to participate in professional boxing as a fighter, referee, coach, physician, or promoter. Sets forth penalties for violators of this prohibition.

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 3 January 1985

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