On November 22, 2011, Governor Deval Patrick signed the Expanded Gaming Act into law.
Charitable gambling in Massachusetts contributes approximately $75 million annually to the economy.
The Expanded Gaming Act established job creation and the development of a diverse workforce as a top priority.
MassGaming will work to maximize job creation and economic development.
MassGaming supports the highest standards in integrity and safety as the industry prepares for the arrival of expanded gaming.
MassGaming offers assistance and technical support to all host and surrounding communities.
MassGaming will periodically list requests for products and services.
The Expanded Gaming Act requires that MassGaming establish an annual research agenda to understand the effects of expanded gaming.
In southeast Massachusetts, the casino designation is currently driven by the possible rights of Native American tribes.
Frequently asked questions and answers about MassGaming, the Expanded Gaming Act and more.
The Commission consists of five full-time commissioners who are responsible for overseeing and implementing the licensing process.
The Commissioners and all employees of MassGaming are committed to a set of core values that will underpin and guide the commission’s work.
MassGaming’s executive staff is comprised of highly-skilled professionals with proven-track records of accomplishment.
The Commonwealth is expected to generate in excess of $300 million in annual taxes from expanded gaming.
On May 20, 2012, MassGaming assumed all regulatory duties and responsibilities for the state’s horse racing industry.
The IEB division protects the public interest by ensuring the integrity of the legal gaming.
This division licenses all casino applicants, gaming employees of casinos and gaming vendors, and the qualification of directors and officers of gaming vendors.
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MassGaming welcomes feedback from communities and stakeholders as the state continues to prepare for the arrival of expanded gaming.
Find details on the Phase 1 application process.
Establishes the contents, process, fees, procedures and standards for the initial qualifications stage of the licensing process.
Establishes the merits of an applicant’s proposed gaming establishment and other matters within MGC’s jurisdiction.
Establishes the standards for all aspects of charitable gaming.
View the administrative regulations pertaining to the state’s horse racing industry.
Review the anticipated time frame for the issuance of expanded gaming licenses.
Find details on upcoming MassGaming and Racing Public Hearings.
Find notices of proposed additions or changes to expanded gaming regulations.
The Commission is building a team dedicated to the mission and who enthusiastically embrace our core values.
MassGaming welcomes your comments and feedback.
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