The bill HB152 Engrossed, also known as the Alabama Gaming Control Act, aims to establish a comprehensive framework for the regulation of gaming activities in Alabama, including casino-style gaming, sports wagering, and charitable gaming. It proposes the creation of the Alabama Gaming Commission, which will be responsible for licensing and oversight of these activities. The bill outlines the commission's structure, powers, and duties, including the appointment of an executive director and enforcement officers, and the establishment of the Gaming Trust Fund. It also sets forth the application and licensing process for gaming establishments and service providers, detailing the criteria for approval and the distribution of gaming revenues. The bill includes provisions for the creation of a state lottery, managed by the Alabama Lottery Corporation, and addresses the distribution of lottery proceeds for educational purposes.

The bill makes several insertions to current law, such as defining gaming-related terms and specifying the types of gaming licenses, but does not detail any deletions from current law. It also includes provisions to ensure compliance with federal laws, prohibits the use of public welfare monies for gaming activities, restricts campaign finance contributions related to gaming, and repeals certain sections of the Code of Alabama 1975 related to gambling prohibitions. The act will be repealed if the constitutional amendment proposed in House Bill ___ of the 2024 Regular Session is not ratified. The bill was passed with amendments and outlines the effective date, contingent upon approval by the Governor or otherwise becoming law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 13A-12-20, 13A-12-21, 13A-12-22, 13A-12-23, 13A-12-24, 13A-12-25, 13A-12-26, 13A-12-27, 13A-12-28, 13A-12-30
Engrossed: 13A-12-20, 13A-12-21, 13A-12-22, 13A-12-23, 13A-12-24, 13A-12-25, 13A-12-26, 13A-12-27, 13A-12-28, 13A-12-30