The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend several sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes related to amusements, specifically focusing on the operations of the Arizona State Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts Commission and the Arizona Department of Gaming. It would require the Commission to deposit license fee revenues into the Unarmed Combat Subaccount within the Racing Regulation Fund, rather than directly into the Fund. Additionally, the Department of Gaming would be mandated to establish a regulatory assessment from commercial racing permittees, set at 0.5 percent of amounts wagered, and to allow first-time starter horses to race under specific conditions, including a recent out-of-the-gate workout.

Furthermore, the bill would repeal the existing authorization for certain gate approvals for first-time starter horses after December 31, 2026, and make various technical and conforming changes to ensure clarity and compliance with the new provisions. Overall, these updates aim to streamline the regulatory framework governing amusements and enhance the operational efficiency of the relevant departments.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 5-113.01, 5-226, 5-230, 35-146, 35-147, 35-190, 5-229