Senate Bill No. 325, introduced by Senator Reese, amends the Louisiana Gaming Control Board's regulations regarding the exclusion of certain individuals from participating in sports wagering. The bill mandates the board to establish a list of persons who are to be excluded from retail sports books and mobile wagering operations. This includes individuals who threaten violence or harm related to sports events, as well as those whose presence is deemed a threat to the interests of the state or the effective regulation of sports wagering. The bill retains existing provisions that allow for the exclusion of career offenders, individuals with criminal convictions, and those posing safety threats in gaming establishments.

Additionally, the bill outlines the procedures for notifying individuals placed on the exclusion list and allows them to petition for their removal. It emphasizes that exclusions cannot be based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, or disability. The Louisiana Gaming Control Board is also granted the authority to impose sanctions on licensees who fail to enforce these exclusions. The proposed changes are set to take effect on August 1, 2026.

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