AZ SB1458

Establishes the Arizona Gaming Commission as a unified regulatory body consolidating powers of the Arizona Racing Commission, Arizona State Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts Commission, and Department of Gaming effective June 30, 2023.

Creates a seven-member commission consisting of a certified public accountant, law enforcement officer, director, and four public members appointed by the governor, president of the senate, and speaker of the house of representatives.

Transfers all gaming-related regulatory authority including racing, boxing, kickboxing, mixed martial arts, gambling on Indian reservations, fantasy sports contests, and event wagering to the new unified commission.

Repeals sections related to the former department of gaming structure and updates statutory definitions to refer to the Arizona Gaming Commission instead of separate agencies.

Establishes a ten-year sunset provision with the Arizona Gaming Commission and related statutory chapters terminating on July 1, 2032, with final repeal on January 1, 2033.