U.S. House Passes Muhammad Ali Boxing Revival Act

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act on March 24, 2026, marking the first major federal update to professional boxing regulations in more than 25 years and opening the door for new league-style structures to operate alongside the sport's traditional championship system.

The bipartisan legislation, sponsored by Rep. Brian Jack, R-Ga., and cosponsored by Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kan., cleared the House by voice vote under suspension of the rules following about 40 minutes of debate. It amends the Professional Boxing Safety Act of 1996 and builds on the 2000 Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act, aiming to enhance fighter safety, improve economic protections and foster innovation in a sport long criticized for its fragmented governance. The bill had advanced earlier from the House Education and the Workforce Committee on a 30-4 vote, reflecting broad support with only minimal opposition noted during floor proceedings.

Key provisions include the authorization of Unified Boxing Organizations, or UBOs, as private entities that can manage their own promotions, rankings, titles and events without replacing the existing four major sanctioning...