The Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act, more commonly known as the Ali Act, is a U.S. federal law enacted in 2000 that amended the Professional Boxing Safety Act of 1996 to protect fighters from exploitation by promoters, managers, and sanctioning bodies. Now, a proposed update — the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act — seeks to build on that legacy. But is that the right course of action?

Backed by TKO Group, the parent company of UFC and WWE, the bipartisan bill was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives last month by Rep. Brian Jack (R-GA) and Rep. Sharice Davids (D-KS). The proposed changes to the Ali Act aim to modernize federal boxing regulations, revive the sport’s declining popularity in the U.S., and give fighters greater opportunities along with stronger safety protec

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