Cuomo Says He’ll Legalize MMA If Economy Benefits

Governor Andrew Cuomo said he has no problem with legalizing professional mixed martial arts fights, as long as its economic benefits can be demonstrated.

The governor said he hopes to address the issue before the end of the session in June. The topic hasn't come up in his budget negotiations with legislative leaders.

Cuomo said he was aware of the concerns of many that the sport is too brutal, but he's satisfied that in its current model the fights could happen in new York as it does in many other states.