This bill establishes new regulations for simulcasting permits related to pari-mutuel wagering in Wyoming. It creates a new section, W.S. 11-25-210, which outlines the requirements for obtaining a simulcasting permit, including the necessity for approval from local governing bodies such as cities, towns, or counties. The bill specifies that simulcasting can only be conducted by individuals holding a permit issued by the commission and approved by the local authority. It also details the conditions under which permits can be revoked, the process for appeals, and the obligations of applicants, including the need to publish notice of their applications and address any objections raised by local authorities.

Additionally, the bill amends existing definitions and provisions related to the gaming commission and pari-mutuel permits. It introduces new definitions for "local approving authority" and "local authority," while repealing previous conditions that governed the authorization of simulcasting. The bill allows current permit holders to continue operations until June 30, 2027, after which they must comply with the new requirements. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
26LSO-0145 v0.8: 11-25-102, 11-25-104, 11-25-201