This legal document, part of the Massachusetts General Law, pertains to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission and covers various aspects related to gaming licenses. It governs the minimum capital investment required for a category 1 license, which mandates a capital investment of at least $500,000,000 into the gaming establishment. The document also outlines the determination of the date for opening the business, requiring the completion of specific construction stages and infrastructure improvements.

This section of the Massachusetts General Law governs the minimum capital investment required for a category 2 license, the minimum licensing fee, and the continuing assessment of the capitalization of a licensee. According to this section, a gaming licensee must make a capital investment of at least $125,000,000 into the gaming establishment, which includes the gaming area and other proposed amenities. The commission will determine whether the purchase or lease price of the land and infrastructure will be included in the capital investment.

This section of the Massachusetts General Law pertains to the suitability investigation of applicants for gaming licenses by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. Upon receipt of an application, the commission instructs the bureau to commence an investigation into the applicant’s suitability. The commission considers various factors such as the applicant’s integrity, financial stability, business practices, compliance with gaming licensing requirements in other jurisdictions, involvement in litigation, suitability of all parties involved, and disqualification under section 16.

This section of the Massachusetts General Law governs the establishment of qualifications for licensure by clear and convincing evidence for applicants seeking a gaming license and any person required by the commission to be qualified for licensure. It imposes a duty on applicants, licensees, registrants, and other qualified individuals to provide assistance and information to the commission and cooperate in any inquiry or investigation conducted by the commission. Failure to comply may result in denial of the application or suspension or revocation of the license or registration.

This section of the Massachusetts General Law governs the licensure requirements for individuals or entities with a financial interest in a gaming establishment or the business of the gaming licensee or applicant. It applies to anyone with such a financial interest or who is a close associate of a gaming licensee or applicant. The commission requires these individuals or entities to meet certain criteria for licensure and provide any additional information requested.

This legal document outlines the eligibility criteria for individuals or entities seeking to receive a gaming license in Massachusetts. To be eligible, applicants must meet several criteria, including: (1) agreeing to be a licensed state lottery sales agent and not creating games in direct competition with the state lottery; (2) investing the required capital into the gaming establishment; (3) owning or acquiring the land where the establishment will be constructed; (4) meeting the licensee deposit requirement; (5) demonstrating the ability to pay the gaming licensing fee; (6) proposing plans to address lottery mitigation, compulsive gambling problems, workforce development, community development, and host and surrounding community impact and mitigation issues; (7) identifying infrastructure costs and providing a community mitigation plan for host and surrounding communities; (8) signing agreements with the host community and surrounding communities, including stipulations of responsibilities and community impact fees; (9) signing agreements with impacted live entertainment venues; (10) paying a nonrefundable application fee; (11) complying with state and local building codes and ordinances; (12) receiving a certified and binding vote on a ballot question in favor of the license from the host community; (13) providing a community impact fee to the host community; (14) formulating and abiding by a marketing program to promote utilization of minority, women, and veteran business enterprises; and (15) formulating and abiding by an affirmative action program for equal opportunity in construction jobs.

This section of the Massachusetts General Law governs the grounds for denial of an application for a gaming license or a license for a key gaming employee. It applies to applicants for such licenses. The grounds for denial include: (i) conviction of a felony or other crime involving embezzlement, theft, fraud, or perjury; (ii) submission of an application containing false or misleading information; (iii) prior acts that form a pattern of misconduct making the applicant unsuitable for a license; and (iv) affiliation or close association with individuals who would not qualify for a license or whose relationship with the applicant may pose a threat to the interests of the commonwealth.

This legal document, Section 25 of the Massachusetts General Law, outlines the requirements for the operation and conduct of gaming at a gaming establishment. It applies to gaming licensees and gaming establishments in the state. The document states that no gaming licensee can conduct gaming without an operations certificate issued by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. To obtain the certificate, the licensee must comply with various requirements, including implementing management controls, security precautions, and licensing/registering gaming employees.

This legal document establishes the Massachusetts gaming commission, which consists of 5 commissioners. The governor, attorney general, and treasurer and receiver general appoint the commissioners based on specific qualifications and experience. The governor designates the chair of the commission. Prior to appointment, candidates undergo a background investigation and must have good character and integrity. Commissioners must be residents of Massachusetts and cannot hold elected or appointed offices or serve as political party officials.

This legal document outlines the regulation and procedure for the exclusion and self-exclusion of individuals from gaming establishments in Massachusetts. The document empowers the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to establish a list of excluded persons who are to be prohibited from entering gaming establishments. The criteria for inclusion on the list include criminal convictions, violations of gaming laws, notorious reputation, and potential threats to the interests of the commonwealth. The document also prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, or sex in the placement on the list of excluded persons.