Ceretto Urges Assembly To Follow State Senate’s Lead And Legalize MMA In New York

March 7, 2013

Assemblyman Ceretto meets with Ronda Rousey, the UFC women's bantamweight champion, at the State Capitol in Albany.

Assemblyman John Ceretto (R,I,C-Lewiston) ranking minority member on the Assembly Tourism Committee, is calling on the State Assembly to follow the Senate’s lead and pass legislation to legalize mixed martial arts (MMA) in New York State. Ceretto noted that the sport is expected to generate over $5.2 million in economic activity per year in Western New York, plus additional revenue for the state.

“New York State is missing out on an opportunity to generate revenue, create jobs and strengthen our tourism industry,” said Ceretto. “MMA is a proven draw, and I look forward to the day when venues in Niagara Falls and throughout the region have the ability to host these exciting and profitable events. I urge my assembly colleagues to legalize MMA and help bring needed jobs and revenue to Western New York.”

“Just as Nik Walenda’s tightrope walk brought throngs of people to the Falls last year, I am confident that live MMA events will help drive tourists and their dollars to the region,” concluded Ceretto.

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