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2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-201 - Rules - Hearing

(a)
The commission is authorized to promulgate rules to effectuate the purposes of this chapter and to protect and ensure the health, safety, and welfare of combatants in professional contests, amateurs in events, and combatants and amateurs in pro-am competitions. The rules shall be promulgated pursuant to the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5. Any hearing conducted pursuant to this chapter shall be conducted in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act.
(b)
The rules adopted by the commission shall include, but not be limited to:
(1)
The number and qualifications of ring officials required at any contest;
(2)
The powers and duties of ring officials;
(3)
The qualifications of licensees or permitees;
(4)
The procedures for supplying a social security number, fingerprint sample and submitting to a criminal history records check; and
(5)
The procedures for performing medical duties relative to contests.
Amended by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 351,s 10, eff. 1/1/2016.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2; 2012, ch. 1098, § 10.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-202 - Authority of commission

The commission shall have the authority to recognize or associate with any other state boxing commissions, or athletic or sanctioning authority.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-203 - Power and duties of commission

(a)
Except as provided in §
68-115-302
concerning wrestling contests, the commission shall have discretion, authority, management, regulation and control of all professional contests and pro-am competitions held, conducted or given within this state, the powers and duties specified in this chapter and all other powers necessary and proper to enable the commission to execute fully and effectively all of the purposes, duties and policies of this chapter. Any provision of this chapter or rule of the commission applicable to professional contests and to combatants, promoters, managers, matchmakers, seconds, ringside physicians and any other ring official participating in professional contests shall apply to professional contests conducted as part of a pro-am competition and participants in such contests.
(b)
The commission or the executive director shall have the authority to employ, as necessary, designated individuals, as part-time state employees for purposes of title 8, chapter 42, part 1, who are qualified to assist ring officials and commission members in the regulation of professional contests. Such state employees shall be classified as executive service employees.
(c)
The commission may review, with a promoter, all ring officials employed for a professional contest; and the promoter may submit a list of recommended ring officials for consideration by the commission.
Amended by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 351, s 11, eff. 1/1/2016.
Acts 2008 , ch. 1149, § 2; 2009 , ch. 598, § 11; 2012, ch. 1098, § 11.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-204 - Professional contest of unarmed combat - License applications - Fees - Bond

(a)
All combatants of professional unarmed combat contests, promoters, managers, matchmakers, seconds, ringside physicians and any other ring official shall be licensed by the commission. No person shall participate, directly or indirectly, in any professional contest of unarmed combat unless the person has first applied for and received a license from the commission.
(b)
The commission shall establish license fees for professional combatants, promoters, managers, matchmakers, seconds, ringside physicians and any other ring official who shall be licensed by the commission in regulated unarmed combat contests and shall have the authority to establish any fees deemed necessary for professional contests held within this state. Failure to pay the fees shall be cause for denial of the application.
(c)
License applications shall be in writing on forms prescribed by the commission and shall correctly identify the applicant. Licenses shall be valid for two (2) years from the date of issuance. Applicants for the license shall pay a biennial license fee to be fixed by the commission on a uniform scale and a fifty-dollar nonrefundable application fee.
(d)
The commission may deny an application for a license.
(e)
Before any promoter's license is granted, the applicant shall file a bond in an amount fixed by the commission, but not less than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000), executed by the applicant as principal, and by a corporation qualified under the laws of this state as surety, payable to this state, and conditioned upon the faithful performance by the applicant of this chapter.
(f)
A person who has failed to pay any reportable fee or tax due the commission shall not be issued a promoter's license or have a promoter's license renewed. This subsection (f) shall also apply to a corporation, limited liability company or a partnership for which the person was an officer, managing member or member.
(g)
This section shall not apply to amateur sanctioning organizations or amateur combatants.
Amended by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 351,s 12, eff. 1/1/2016.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-205 - Establishment of permit application and fee - Sufficiency of bond

(a)
The commission shall establish a permit application and accompanying permit fee to be charged to promoters of all professional contests of unarmed combat in this state. Failure to pay the permit fee shall be cause for denial of the application. If the commission determines that the bond filed by the promoter pursuant to §
68-115-204
is inadequate for the permit being sought, it may require the promoter to file additional security in an amount and form fixed by the commission prior to the issuance of the permit.
(b)
Every promoter of a professional contest or amateur event of unarmed combat shall obtain a permit from the commission for each contest or event not less than thirty (30) days prior to the date a promoter stages a contest or event, unless some shorter time period is authorized by the commissioner or executive director.
(c)
As provided by §
68-115-213
, upon the adoption of rules, the commission may establish an application and accompanying permit fee to be charged to promoters of amateur events of unarmed combat in this state.
Acts 2008 , ch. 1149, § 2; 2009 , ch. 598, § 7.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-207 - Confidentiality of information - Disclosure - Notice

(a)
Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b), the commission and the executive director shall keep confidential:
(1)
Any information, including, but not limited to, an applicant's social security number, that the commission or the executive director receives concerning an applicant for the issuance of a license pursuant to this chapter that is declared confidential by law and that is provided to the commission by the applicant, another governmental entity or the Association of Boxing Commissions;
(2)
Any information contained in an applicant's medical records, if the information is not relevant to the commission in determining whether to grant a license to the applicant;
(3)
Any information relating to the financial records of an applicant or licensee; and
(4)
Any information required to be disclosed to the commission and kept confidential pursuant to federal law.
(b)
The commission shall reveal the information set forth in subsection (a):
(1)
Upon the lawful order of a court of competent jurisdiction;
(2)
To any person, upon the request of the person who is the subject of the information; and
(3)
In the course of the necessary administration of this chapter.
(c)
A person seeking an order of a court of competent jurisdiction for the disclosure of information described in subsection (a) shall submit a motion in writing to the court requesting the information. At least ten (10) days prior to submitting the motion, the person shall provide notice to the commission, the attorney general and reporter and all persons who may be affected by the disclosure of the information. The notice shall:
(1)
Include, without limitation, a copy of the motion and all documents in support of the motion that are to be filed with the court; and
(2)
Be delivered in person or by certified mail to the last known address of each person to whom notice shall be provided.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-209 - Suspension or revocation of license

(a)
The commission may, in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, suspend or revoke the license of any person issued pursuant to this chapter who:
(1)
Enters into a contract for a professional contest of unarmed combat in bad faith;
(2)
Participates in any sham or fake professional contest of unarmed combat;
(3)
Participates in a professional contest of unarmed combat pursuant to a collusive understanding or agreement in which the combatant competes in or terminates the professional contest in a manner that is not based upon honest competition;
(4)
Is found to have failed to give the combatant's best efforts, a failure to compete honestly or a failure to give an honest exhibition of the combatant's skills in a professional contest of unarmed combat;
(5)
Is found by the commission to have committed an act or conduct that is detrimental to a professional contest of unarmed combat, including, but not limited to, any foul or unsportsmanlike conduct in connection with a professional contest of unarmed combat;
(6)
Fails to comply with any limitation, restriction or condition placed on the professional combatant's license;
(7)
Is determined to have used performance enhancing drugs or violated any provision of the World Anti-Doping Agency guidelines regulating substances;
(8)
Engages in fraud or deceit in obtaining a license under this chapter;
(9)
Is physically or mentally incapable;
(10)
Has violated this chapter, any rule duly promulgated under this chapter or any lawful order of the commission; or
(11)
Has had the person's license revoked or suspended by any other authority, or has surrendered such license to the other authority, that regulates unarmed combat or its equivalent.
(b)
The commission may also refuse to issue a license to an applicant who has been found by the commission to have committed any of the acts described in subsection (a) in this state or in any other jurisdiction.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-210 - Assignment of ring officials - Payment and fees

The commission or executive director shall assign all ring officials for a professional contest of unarmed combat. Every promoter of a professional contest shall pay for services rendered by the ring officials and any other fees for services provided pursuant to this chapter.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2; 2009, ch. 598, § 9.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-211 - Proof of medical insurance coverage

Every promoter of a professional contest of unarmed combat shall provide proof of medical insurance coverage for medical, surgical, and hospital care to cover injuries sustained by a combatant while engaged in professional contests of unarmed combat, in an amount to be set by rule, as promulgated by the commission.
Amended by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 351,s 13, eff. 1/1/2016.
Amended by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 468,s 1, eff. 5/20/2013.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-212 - Withholding of purse or other amount payable to combatant, manager or second

(a)
The commission, its executive director or any other employee authorized by the commission may order the promoter to withhold any part of a purse or other money belonging or payable to any professional combatant, or any manager or second, if, in the judgment of the commission, executive director or other employee:
(1)
The combatant is not or has not competed honestly or to the best of the combatant's skill and ability or the combatant otherwise is in violation of any rules adopted by the commission or any of the provisions of this chapter, including, but not limited to, §
68-115-209
; or
(2)
The manager or second violates any rules promulgated by the commission or any of the provisions of this chapter, including, but not limited to, §
68-115-209
.
(b)
Upon the withholding of any part of a purse or other money pursuant to this section, the commission shall immediately schedule a hearing on the matter, and provide adequate notice to all interested parties prior to the hearing.
(c)
If it is determined that a licensee is not entitled to any part of the licensee's share of the purse or other money, the promoter shall pay the money over to the commission. Subject to subsection (d), all money received by the executive director or the commission shall be paid into the athletic commission account pursuant to §
68-115-107
.
(d)
Money turned over to the commission pending final action in any matter shall be credited to the athletic commission's agency account and shall remain in the account until the commission orders its disposition in accordance with the final action taken.
(e)
(1)
Unless otherwise stipulated by the promoter and professional combatant by contract, the combatant shall be paid the purse at the conclusion of the professional contest.
(2)
All contracts entered into between a combatant and a promoter shall include a provision that entitles the combatant, upon obtaining a favorable judgment by a court, to recover all costs, prejudgment interests and attorney fees, the right to which shall not be waived in any such contract.
Acts 2008 , ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-213 - Amateur events of unarmed combat - Permit and registration - Rules - Pro-am competitions

(a)
Except for amateur events exempted from this chapter pursuant to part 3, the commission is authorized to require promoters of amateur events of unarmed combat to obtain a permit prior to conducting the events. If the permit is required, the commission shall adopt rules in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, that prescribe, without limitation, the requirements and fees for obtaining the permit.
(b)
Except for combatants participating in amateur events exempted from this chapter pursuant to part 3 of this chapter, an amateur combatant may not take part in an amateur event of unarmed combat unless the event is sanctioned by and the amateur is registered with an amateur sanctioning organization recognized and approved by the commission.
(c)
The commission may require an approved sanctioning organization that participates in amateur events of unarmed combat in this state to register with the commission before it participates, directly or indirectly, in any amateur event of unarmed combat. If the registration is required, the commission shall adopt rules in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act that prescribe, without limitation, the requirements and fees for obtaining the registration.
(d)
Notwithstanding subsections (a)-(c), the commission shall be the sole regulatory authority for pro-am competitions. Any amateur who participates in an event that is conducted as part of a pro-am competition shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the commission and is required to obtain an amateur license issued by the commission. In accordance with §
68-115-201(a)
, the commission shall promulgate rules relative to amateur events conducted as part of a pro-am competition and amateur participants in such events, including but not limited to physical examinations.
Acts 2008 , ch. 1149, § 2; 2012, ch. 1098, § 13.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-214 - Obligations of promoter - Confidentiality of contracts

(a)
A promoter shall, at least seventy-two (72) hours before a professional contest of unarmed combat, file with the commission's executive director a copy of all contracts entered into for the sale, lease or other exploitation of broadcasting, television and motion picture rights for the professional contest.
(b)
The promoter shall keep detailed records of the accounts and other documents related to the promoter's receipts from the sale, lease or other exploitation on the broadcasting, television and motion picture rights for a professional contest, and the commission or any state agency may inspect these accounts and documents at any time to determine the amount of the total gross receipts received by the promoter from the broadcasting, television and motion picture rights.
(c)
Each contract filed with the commission pursuant to this section is confidential and is not a public record, and shall not be disclosed except as provided in §
68-115-207(b)
.
Acts 2008 , ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-215 - Designation of working area at ringside

Each venue shall provide, at all professional contests, a designated working area at ringside in which commission members and ring officials shall carry out their official duties.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-216 - Disciplinary actions - Cost of proceedings

(a)
If disciplinary action is taken against a person by the commission pursuant to this chapter based on the conduct of the person that either directly or indirectly relates to a professional contest of unarmed combat or pro-am competition, the commission may, in lieu of or in addition to revoking or suspending a license or permit issued to the person, impose a penalty not to exceed two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000).
(b)
If disciplinary action is taken against a person pursuant to this chapter, the commission may require the person against whom the action is taken to pay the costs of the proceeding, including investigative costs and attorney's fees.
(c)
If a complaint is made against a person pursuant to this chapter, the complaint shall be made on a commission-prescribed form. The form shall be submitted to the executive director, who shall then present the complaint to the commission to:
(1)
Determine if the complaint warrants further review; or
(2)
Take action against the person based on the complaint.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2; 2009, ch. 598, § 10; 2012, ch. 1098, § 14.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-217 - Reinstatement of license

The commission may reinstate a revoked license upon receipt of an application and the payment of a penalty prescribed by the commission, not to exceed two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000).
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-218 - Violation of chapter

A violation of this chapter is a Class A misdemeanor.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 2 - ADMINISTRATION (§§ 68-115-201 — 68-115-219) › Section 68-115-219 - Authorization of international qualifying events for kickboxing - Promulgation of rules

(a)
Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, the commission may authorize international qualifying events for kickboxing to occur in this state if the events meet the standards required for such events by the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations or any subsequent entity recognized as the official kickboxing governing body by the International World Games Association.
(b)
Pursuant to §
68-115-201
, the commission shall promulgate rules to effectuate this section.
Acts 2018 , ch. 1002, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 3 - APPLICABILITY (§§ 68-115-301 — 68-115-302) › Section 68-115-301 - Specified amateur event of unarmed combat

This chapter shall not apply to any amateur event of unarmed combat conducted by or participated in exclusively by any school, college or university or by any association or organization of a school, college or university, when each amateur in the event is a bona fide student in the school, college or university.
Amended by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 351,s 14, eff. 1/1/2016.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 3 - APPLICABILITY (§§ 68-115-301 — 68-115-302) › Section 68-115-302 - Specified amateur and professional wrestling events

This chapter shall not apply to any amateur wrestling event, including, but not limited to, high school and college wrestling. Nor shall this chapter apply to any professional wrestling contest or any form of wrestling for entertainment purposes.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 4 - PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS (§§ 68-115-401 — 68-115-406) › Section 68-115-401 - Presence and duty of designated member of commission

The executive director of the commission, a member of the commission, qualified medical personnel, or the commission's designee shall be present at all weigh-ins, pre-contest physical examinations, and professional contests, and shall ensure that the rules are strictly enforced.
Amended by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 351,s 15, eff. 1/1/2016.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 4 - PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS (§§ 68-115-401 — 68-115-406) › Section 68-115-402 - Combatant to be weighed - Discretion of commission

Every combatant in an unarmed combat contest shall be present and weighed in at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to, or the day of, the scheduled start of the contest at the discretion of the commission.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 4 - PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS (§§ 68-115-401 — 68-115-406) › Section 68-115-403 - Pre - contest physical examination - Specified time - Expenses

(a)
All professional combatants shall be required to submit to a pre-contest physical examination within forty-eight (48) hours of, or the day prior to, the scheduled start of the contest. A random urine drug screen to determine the use of banned or illegal substances may be required of a combatant, within the time specified in this chapter, prior to a contest.
(b)
All physical examinations required pursuant to subsection (a) shall be performed by a ringside physician.
(c)
A professional combatant shall be subject to additional blood testing for infectious diseases if more than ninety (90) days have elapsed since the combatant's license was issued.
(d)
All expenses incurred pursuant to this section shall be paid by the promoter.
Amended by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 351, s 16, eff. 1/1/2016.
Acts 2008 , ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 4 - PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS (§§ 68-115-401 — 68-115-406) › Section 68-115-404 - Referees - Ringside physicians - Physical examinations - Testing - Emergency medical services and ambulance required - Expenses

(a)
In making round and foul determinations, the referee shall be the sole arbiter of the professional contest; however, the ringside physician shall advise the referee to terminate or continue the contest based on the physician's observation of the combatant's physical condition.
(b)
Immediately following the professional contest, the ringside physician shall examine both combatants.
(c)
After examining each professional combatant who has lost as a result of a technical knockout (TKO) or knockout (KO), the ringside physician may require the combatant to undergo a neurological examination.
(d)
If a loss of consciousness has occurred, the professional combatant may undergo neurological testing at the determination of the commission and may not be permitted to participate in any professional contest until the test has been conducted and the combatant has been determined to be medically fit to compete by a neurologist. All neurological reports shall be submitted to the commission by the neurologist for its review before the combatant may be permitted to compete in a subsequent professional contest.
(e)
The commission may require a drug screen or any other examination to be performed or requested immediately following a contest.
(f)
(1)
An ambulance or other emergency vehicle shall remain on the premises at all times during a professional contest.
(2)
A two-member licensed emergency medical team consisting of one (1) paramedic shall remain on the premises at all times during a professional contest.
(3)
The most direct and unobstructed route to the ambulance or other emergency medical vehicle shall be made available for medical officials.
(4)
Emergency medical services shall be approved by the chief or the director of the local fire department or emergency medical service department or bureau of the city or county having jurisdiction over the professional contest.
(g)
All expenses incurred pursuant to this section shall be paid by the promoter.
Amended by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 351,s 18, eff. 1/1/2016.
Amended by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 351,s 17, eff. 1/1/2016.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 4 - PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS (§§ 68-115-401 — 68-115-406) › Section 68-115-405 - Prohibited acts - Drugs

Combatants shall not train or compete under the influence of any illegal drug or legal drug used illegally, as recognized by the World Anti-Doping Agency.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 4 - PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS (§§ 68-115-401 — 68-115-406) › Section 68-115-406 - Endangerment of combatant or opponent - Report of medications

Combatants shall report any and all medication they are taking to the ringside physician prior to a professional contest. If the combatant is under the influence of alcohol or any stimulant, or is taking any controlled substance or other medication, that the ringside physician determines would endanger the combatant or the combatant's opponent, the combatant shall not be allowed to compete.
Acts 2008, ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 115 - TENNESSEE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ACT OF 2016 (§§ 68-115-101 — 68-115-501) › Part 5 - COMPLIANCE (§ 68-115-501) › Section 68-115-501 - Compliance with specified federal act - Membership authorized - Use of guidelines to promulgate rules

(a)
This chapter shall be in full compliance with the federal Professional Boxing Safety Act of 1996, as amended by the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act (
15 U.S.C. § 6301
et seq.).
(b)
The Tennessee athletic commission is directed to become a member of the Association of Boxing Commissions, with costs associated with the membership in the association to be paid out of commission revenue and to use the regulatory guidelines adopted by the Association of Boxing Commissions and any amendments made to those regulatory guidelines in promulgating rules for the regulation of boxing.
(c)
The Tennessee athletic commission is directed to use the Mixed Martial Arts Unified Rules as adopted and established in other states and professional associations as the regulatory guideline to promulgate rules for the regulation of mixed martial arts.
(d)
The Tennessee athletic commission is directed to use as a regulatory guideline to promulgate rules those rules recognized by the International Kickboxing Federation (IKF), the International Sport Kickboxing Association (ISKA) and the World Karate Association (WKA).
Acts 2008 , ch. 1149, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 117 - TANNING FACILITY CONTROL ACT OF 1990 (§§ 68-117-101 — 68-117-107) › Section 68-117-101 - Short title

This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Tanning Facility Control Act of 1990."
Acts 1990, ch. 845, § 1; T.C.A., § 68-54-101.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 117 - TANNING FACILITY CONTROL ACT OF 1990 (§§ 68-117-101 — 68-117-107) › Section 68-117-102 - Chapter definitions

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
(1)
"Tanning device" means any equipment that emits radiation used for tanning of the skin, such as a sun lamp, tanning booth, or tanning bed, and includes any accompanying equipment, such as protective eyewear, timers and handrails; and
(2)
"Tanning facility" means any place where a tanning device is used for a fee, membership dues, or any other compensation.
Acts 1990, ch. 845, § 1; T.C.A., § 68-54-102.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 117 - TANNING FACILITY CONTROL ACT OF 1990 (§§ 68-117-101 — 68-117-107) › Section 68-117-103 - Applicability to health care professionals

This chapter does not apply to a licensed health care professional who uses a tanning device for the treatment of patients, if the use is within the lawful scope of practice of the health care professional.
Acts 1990, ch. 845, § 1; T.C.A., § 68-54-103.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 117 - TANNING FACILITY CONTROL ACT OF 1990 (§§ 68-117-101 — 68-117-107) › Section 68-117-104 - Requirements

(a)
A tanning facility shall:
(1)
Have a trained attendant on duty whenever the facility is open for business;
(2)
Provide each customer with protective eyewear that meets the requirements of
21 CFR 1040.20(c)(4)
;
(3)
Not allow a person to use a tanning device if that person does not use the protective eyewear;
(4)
Show each customer how to use suitable physical aids, such as handrails and markings on the floor, to maintain proper exposure distance as recommended by the manufacturer;
(5)
Limit each customer to the maximum exposure time as recommended by the manufacturer; and
(6)
Control the interior temperature of a tanning facility so that it does not exceed thirty-four degrees centigrade (34° C).
(b)
(1)
Each time a person uses a tanning facility or each time a person executes or renews a contract to use a tanning facility, the person shall sign a written statement, as set forth in this chapter, that the person:
(A)
Has read and understood the warnings before using the device; and
(B)
Agrees to use the protective eyewear that the tanning facility provides.
(2)
When using a tanning device, a person shall use the protective eyewear that the tanning facility provides.
(3)
(A)
Except as otherwise provided in subdivision (b)(3)(B), a person between sixteen (16) and eighteen (18) years of age shall be accompanied by the person's parent or legal guardian when using a tanning device. The accompanying parent or legal guardian must provide photo identification, provide proof of guardianship if applicable, and sign a warnings statement on a form issued by the department of health that complies with §
68-117-106
and states that the legal guardian is giving consent for use of a tanning device to the person who is between sixteen (16) and eighteen (18) years of age. The department of health shall issue a warning statement form that complies with this subdivision (b)(3)(A) on its website.
(B)
A person between sixteen (16) and eighteen (18) years of age who has used a tanning device at a tanning facility in compliance with subdivision (b)(3)(A) may use a tanning device at that tanning facility without the parent or guardian present on a subsequent visit as long as the signed statement required by subdivision (b)(3)(A) remains on file with the tanning facility.
(4)
A person under sixteen (16) years of age is prohibited from using a tanning device at a tanning facility.
(5)
The operator of the tanning facility shall maintain the signed statements provided for in subdivision (b)(3) for a period of not less than two (2) years and shall make them available for inspection upon request.
Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 608, s 1, eff. 4/2/2018.
Acts 1990, ch. 845, § 1; T.C.A., § 68-54-104; Acts 2002, ch. 528, §§ 1 - 5.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 117 - TANNING FACILITY CONTROL ACT OF 1990 (§§ 68-117-101 — 68-117-107) › Section 68-117-105 - Penalty

A violation of any of the provisions of this chapter constitutes a Class B misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500). Each day on which a violation occurs constitutes a separate offense. Violations of this chapter may subject an owner and/or operator of a tanning facility to civil claims, prosecution, or both.
Acts 1990, ch. 845, § 1; 1989, ch. 591, §§ 1, 6; T.C.A., § 68-54-105; Acts 2002, ch. 528, § 7.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 117 - TANNING FACILITY CONTROL ACT OF 1990 (§§ 68-117-101 — 68-117-107) › Section 68-117-106 - Warning statement

The statement that must be given to each tanning facility customer and must be signed by the customer shall contain at a minimum the following:
(1)
Failure to use the required eye protection provided to the customer may result in damage to the eyes;
(2)
Overexposure to ultraviolet light may cause severe sunburn reactions;
(3)
Repeated exposure to ultraviolet light may result in skin cancer and premature aging of the skin;
(4)
Abnormal skin sensitivity or severe burning may be caused by reactions when tanning devices are used in conjunction with certain foods, cosmetics, and medications such as tranquilizers, diuretics (fluid pills), antibiotics, high blood pressure medicines, and birth control pills;
(5)
An individual taking prescription medication or over-the-counter drugs should consult a physician before using a tanning device;
(6)
An individual with skin that tends to burn easily, freckles, or never tans should avoid use of a tanning device before consulting a physician;
(7)
An individual with a family or personal past medical history of skin cancer should avoid use of a tanning device;
(8)
An individual should allow a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours between uses of a tanning device; and
(9)
Pregnant women or women using oral contraceptives may develop discolored skin due to the use of tanning devices.
Acts 2002, ch. 528, § 6.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 117 - TANNING FACILITY CONTROL ACT OF 1990 (§§ 68-117-101 — 68-117-107) › Section 68-117-107 - Required display of warning sign

(a)
Each tanning facility shall prominently post, in a location always plainly visible to the public, a sign no smaller than twenty-four inches by thirty-six inches (24" x 36") that shall be readily legible to the average person to ensure that it is likely to be read by a customer wishing to use a tanning bed.
(b)
Each sign shall contain the following language:
WARNING: ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION
Improper or repeated exposure to ultraviolet radiation may cause damage to skin including premature aging and skin cancer.
Failure to use protective eyewear may result in severe burns or permanent injury to the eyes.
Medications or cosmetics may increase sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation.
Consult a physician if you are using medications.
Pregnancy or use of estrogen containing medications such as premarin or oral contraceptives may result in skin discoloration when exposed to ultraviolet radiation.
An individual with a personal or family history of melanoma should avoid exposure to ultraviolet radiation.
An individual with skin that tends to burn easily, freckles, or never tans should avoid exposure to tanning devices.
An individual with a personal history of skin cancer or abnormal moles should avoid exposure to tanning devices.
Improper use of a tanning device contrary to the recommendations of the manufacturer may be harmful to the user and shall not be allowed.
IF YOU DO NOT TAN IN THE SUN, YOU ARE UNLIKELY TO TAN FROM USE OF THIS DEVICE.
Acts 2002, ch. 528, § 8.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 120 - BUILDING REGULATIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-509) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-121) › Section 68-120-NEW - [Newly enacted section not yet numbered] (§ 68-120-NEW) › 1

(a)
Each child care agency, as defined in § 71-3-501, in this state shall have installed in each room of the child care agency where care is provided to children a carbon monoxide alarm that is listed according to the International Building Code and International Fire Code for the purpose of carbon monoxide detection.
(b)
(1)
A violation of this section is a Class C misdemeanor. Each day on which a violation continues constitutes a separate offense under this section.
(2)
Section 68-120-106 applies with respect to the enforcement of this section.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 733,s 1, eff. 7/1/2024, app. 4/19/2024, for the purpose of promulgating rules.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 120 - BUILDING REGULATIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-509) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-121) › Section 68-120-NEW - [Newly enacted section not yet numbered] (§ 68-120-NEW) › 2

Except as otherwise provided in this section, for an inspection of new construction or the renovation of an existing building that must be conducted by the state fire marshal or another state agency, department, or entity, the state fire marshal or appropriate state entity shall conduct the requested inspection within ten (10) business days of receipt of the request.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1019,s 1, eff. 7/1/2024.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 120 - BUILDING REGULATIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-509) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-121) › Section 68-120-102 - Violations of building standards - Retroactive application prohibited

(a)
It is unlawful to:
(1)
Construct, alter, or repair any building or structure, or install any equipment in any building or structure, in violation of any rule duly promulgated as provided in this chapter; or
(2)
Maintain, occupy or use a building or structure or part of any building or structure that has been erected or altered in violation of any rule duly promulgated as provided in this chapter.
(b)
Retroactive enforcement of standards established pursuant to §
68-120-101(a)
is prohibited with respect to any building or structure that conformed to the construction safety standards legally effective at the time of construction, unless the nonconformity to current standards poses a serious life safety hazard. However, any addition or alteration to, or change of occupancy in, such nonconforming building or structure after the effective date of standards established pursuant to §
68-120-101(a)
shall be in compliance with§
68-120-101(a)
.
Acts 1947, ch. 211, § 2; mod. C. Supp. 1950, § 5717.2; Acts 1951, ch. 252, § 1; 1965, ch. 296, § 1; 1981, ch. 233, § 1; 1982, ch. 857, § 2; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), §§ 53-2502, 68-18-102.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 120 - BUILDING REGULATIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-509) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-121) › Section 68-120-103 - Alarm systems - Fire drills

Ample provisions shall be made for the immediate notification or warning of all occupants and for the immediate transmission of an alarm to the fire department upon the discovery of a fire in such buildings as may be designated by suitable regulations issued by the state fire marshal, which may include buildings used for sleeping purposes, or in which persons congregate in such numbers or under such conditions as may create a serious congestion or panic hazard. The regulations shall provide for installation, arrangement, electrical and mechanical details, operation, maintenance and tests of all such alarm systems and other necessary details of such systems, including training of owners, tenants or their employees in methods of fire exit drills to ensure the efficient and safe use of the exit facilities in buildings, and to prevent panic, and in the coordination of such drills with fire alarm systems; provided, that where deemed necessary, such regulations may include the patrolling of a building by able-bodied watchpersons between the hours of eight o'clock p.m. (8:00 p.m.) and six o'clock a.m. (6:00 a.m.), which patrol work shall be supervised by an approved central station signaling system, or be checked through the use of an approved clock system. Where the clock system is used, the person in charge of the building shall review the records each morning and file such records consecutively for periods of one (1) year for the inspection of the state fire marshal or other officials.
Acts 1947, ch. 211, § 21; C. Supp. 1950, § 5717.20 (Williams, § 5717.21); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), §§ 53-2532, 68-18-103.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 120 - BUILDING REGULATIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-509) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-121) › Section 68-120-104 - Inflammable materials - Limiting amounts to be used or stored

The state fire marshal shall make regulations limiting the maximum amount of inflammable interior furnishings and materials, including draperies, curtains, shades, floor coverings, upholstery, furniture of combustible type, paints, varnishes, bedding and other materials that may be used or stored in any building or room or space of such building.
Acts 1947, ch. 211, § 22; C. Supp. 1950, § 5717.21 (Williams, § 5717.22); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), §§ 53-2533, 68-18-104.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › SAFETY (§§ 68-101-101 — 68-143-103) › Chapter 120 - BUILDING REGULATIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-509) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-120-NEW — 68-120-121) › Section 68-120-105 - Ventilation, heating and cooling equipment - Regulations

The state fire marshal shall make regulations establishing minimum requirements as to safety for the following: blower and exhaust systems, dust, stock and vapor removal, air conditioning systems, warm air heating, air cooling and ventilating systems and protection against lightning.
Acts 1947, ch. 211, § 24; C. Supp. 1950, § 5717.23 (Williams, § 5717.24); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), §§ 53-2535, 68-18-105.