Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act of 2026

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Mr. MACKENZIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 4624, the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act.

For generations, boxing stood at the center of American sports. It produced legends, inspired communities, and embodied the grit and determination that defined our country. But today, the sport has become fragmented, marked by inconsistent standards; weak oversight; and, too often, inadequate protections for fighters.

As chairman of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee, I recently led a hearing examining these challenges. We heard directly from experts, advocates, and leaders in the sport about the urgent need to strengthen safety, improve transparency, and create real opportunities for fighters.

At the end of the day, boxers are workers, and like every American worker, they deserve a safe and fair workplace.

This bill takes important steps to get us there. It establishes clearer, more consistent standards across the sport, strengthens medical protections, and ensures fighters have access to fair pay and proper oversight.

Just as importantly, it helps restore integrity and trust in the sport that has meant so much to so many Americans.

H.R. 4624 is about putting American fighters first, protecting their health, respecting their dignity, and giving them a fair shot at success.

I urge my colleagues to support this legislation.

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