This bill proposes the transfer of the Wyoming Gaming Commission to the Department of Revenue, consolidating the regulation of gaming activities under one department. It includes a type 1 transfer of all positions, personnel, appropriations, property, equipment, and authority from the Gaming Commission to the Department of Revenue. The governor is authorized to use positions and funds from the Gaming Commission to support the Department of Revenue until June 30, 2026. The bill also mandates that any references to the Gaming Commission in existing statutes will now be managed by the Department of Revenue, which will have the authority to promulgate rules for gaming regulation. Additionally, it introduces a new chapter titled "Regulated Gaming Activities," covering various aspects of gaming, including charitable gaming and online sports wagering, while repealing obsolete provisions to streamline the regulatory framework.

Significant changes are made to the regulation of skill-based amusement games and pari-mutuel events, including the replacement of the term "commission" with "department" throughout the text. The bill outlines the responsibilities of the department in enforcing rules related to pari-mutuel events, including the authority to impose fines and license suspensions. It establishes new requirements for skill-based amusement games, including licensing fees and operational restrictions, and mandates criminal background checks for all applicants. The bill also amends existing laws regarding online sports wagering, setting criteria for permit applications and requiring operators to remit a percentage of their revenue to the department. Overall, the bill aims to enhance accountability and transparency in the gaming industry while streamlining the regulatory process in Wyoming.

Statutes affected:
25LSO-0054 v0.5: 11-25-102, 9-25-301, 11-25-104, 9-25-302, 11-25-201, 11-25-209, 9-25-303, 9-25-311, 11-25-301, 11-25-306, 9-25-402, 9-25-407, 9-24-101, 9-24-106, 9-25-501, 9-25-506, 6-1-104, 6-7-101, 7-2-101, 7-19-106, 7-19-201, 9-2-2007, 33-1-202, 33-1-301, 33-1-302, 33-1-303