The bill amends existing laws related to horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering in Wyoming, specifically focusing on the requirements for criminal background checks for individuals involved in these activities. It mandates that all permittees, licensees, employees, volunteers, and contractors associated with horse racing or pari-mutuel wagering must submit fingerprints for a criminal history background check. The Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation will conduct these checks and share the results with the Wyoming Gaming Commission. The bill also introduces new definitions for various roles within the horse racing industry, such as "assistant starter," "clerk of scales," and "track safety officer," among others.

Additionally, the bill empowers the Wyoming Gaming Commission to establish rules for the supervision and regulation of pari-mutuel events, including the implementation of internal controls for system integrity and security. It specifies that the commission may require fingerprinting as a condition for licensing and outlines the responsibilities of various personnel involved in horse racing. The effective date of the bill is immediate upon completion of the necessary legislative processes.

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Introduced: 11-25-104