gaming; racing; boxing; conflict-of-interest continuation
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Overview
This bill makes changes to Arizona’s gaming laws, primarily focusing on conflict-of-interest rules for the Department of Gaming, the Arizona State Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts Commission, and the Arizona Racing Commission. It establishes a complaint tracking system for the Department of Gaming and outlines reporting requirements. Notably, the bill also repeals certain sections related to the Arizona Racing Commission and sets a termination date for several state agencies, including the Department of Gaming, the Racing Commission, and the Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts Commission, effective July 1, 2032. The bill also clarifies the Department of Gaming’s role in compacts with Native American tribes and in regulating fantasy sports.
Key provisions
- Establishes a conflict-of-interest policy for the Director, Deputy Director, and employees of the Department of Gaming, prohibiting financial interests in racing or gambling operations.
- Creates a complaint tracking system for the Department of Gaming to monitor complaints related to licensed entities.
- Requires the Department of Gaming to submit an annual report detailing complaints, licensee data, and investigations.
- Repeals sections related to the Arizona Racing Commission, effective July 1, 2032.
- Sets a termination date for the Department of Gaming, the Arizona Racing Commission, and the Arizona State Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts Commission.
- Clarifies the Department of Gaming’s role in overseeing event wagering and compacts with Native American tribes.
- Requires the Department of Gaming to track and report on independent audit results from licensed event wagering operators.
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