Andy Foster

Executive officer, California State Athletic Commission

Executive officer, California State Athletic Commission

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In 2024, a new California law will establish a retirement fund for mixed martial arts fighters. A similar law has been in place for boxers since the early 1980s.

MMA fighters will receive retirement benefits, thanks to new law

In 2024, a new California law will establish a retirement fund for mixed martial arts fighters. A similar law has been in place for boxers since the early 1980s.

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