"Mixed martial arts, went from 15 years ago being this unique, new thing to what is now a world-wide, billion dollar industry, and I say billion with a 'B,'" said Del. Kirill Reznik.
A 2006 Johns Hopkins study of MMA shows a high rate of overall injury but a rate in keeping with other combat sports involving striking.
Because of licensing requirements and training, MMA fights won't take place in Maryland until next year.
Big thanks to Del. Reznik for allowing me to have a small part in the process of legalization. I'm happy to see the sport legal in nearby state and I can't wait to take in my first MMA event there. Here's to hoping they serve great crab cakes in 2009.