Lidom: Executive Branch issues regulations on Dominican Republic baseball

On August 26, 2026, the Dominican Republic's executive branch issued Decree 601-26, establishing a new regulatory framework for baseball in the country. The mandate, titled the Regulation for the Supervision of Professional and Recreational Baseball, applies to all domestic baseball activities, including professional leagues, academies, development programs, and recreational leagues.

The primary objective of this executive order is to formalize the oversight and organization of the baseball sector. By implementing these regulations, the government aims to establish a structured supervisory system across all levels of the sport, ranging from professional play to grassroots development programs.