Amendment ID: S2844-64

Amendment 64

Sports Wagering Advisory Board

Messrs. Tarr, O'Connor and Timilty move that the proposed new text be amended by inserting after section _ the following new section:-

"SECTION_. Notwithstanding any special or general rule to the contrary there shall be a standing sports wagering advisory board consisting of 11 members each serving 3 years terms. 3 members shall be appointed by the attorney general of the commonwealth all of whom shall have expertise in law enforcement; 3 members shall be appointed by the auditor of the commonwealth whom shall have expertise in auditing and regulatory oversight; 5 members appointed by the Governor of the commonwealth, 2 of whom shall have experience in gaming, 2 of whom with experience in sports management and 1 of whom shall have experience in gaming addiction. The commission shall meet as often as required and shall have at least 1 meeting to receive public testimony.

The commission shall make an annual report with recommendations to strengthen or other wise improve sports wagering in the commonwealth. Said report shall be submitted to the clerks of the house and senate."