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THE MASSACHUSETTS GAMING COMMISSION e fee or tax; penalties. > Application for gaming licenses
Short Summary
This legal document outlines the requirements for applying for gaming licenses in Massachusetts. It applies to individuals or entities seeking to obtain a gaming license. The application form must include information such as the applicant’s name, mailing address, state of incorporation (if applicable), directors and stockholders’ names and addresses, and details of any direct or indirect interests in the business. Additionally, the application must include an independent audit report of financial activities, evidence of financial stability, and information demonstrating the applicant’s business ability and experience. The proposed gaming establishment’s internal controls, security systems, and strategies to mitigate potential negative public health consequences must also be described. The application should include designs, construction timelines, and details of ancillary entertainment services and amenities. Other required information includes completed studies and reports on economic benefits, social and environmental impacts, costs, and tax revenue. The application should also provide information on proposed vendors of gaming equipment, the location of the gaming establishment, the type and number of games to be conducted, and the number and quality of hotels, rooms, and amenities. The document specifies that applications for licenses are public records, but certain proprietary information may be withheld from disclosure.
Whom does it apply to?
Applicants for gaming licenses
What does it govern?
Application for gaming licenses
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Not specified.
Jurisdiction
Massachusetts