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CA SB1485

Bill

Status

Engrossed

4/29/2010

Primary Sponsor

Ronald Calderon

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Origin

Senate

2009-2010 Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a 20-year framework authorizing intrastate Internet gambling through contracts with up to 3 hub operators selected by the Department of Justice via request for proposal.

  • Requires hub operators to remit no less than 10% of gross revenues monthly to the state, with proceeds deposited in the Internet Gambling Fund for Legislature appropriation.

  • Implements consumer protections including age verification (21+), location verification (California only), segregated player accounts, problem gambling resources, and player complaint resolution procedures.

  • Makes it a misdemeanor to offer or play unauthorized Internet gambling games, while permitting licensed cardroom holders and federally recognized Indian tribes to participate as hub operators.

  • Requires Bureau of State Audits to report 3-4 years after hub operations commence with recommendations for contract modifications, which may include renegotiation of terms and revenue percentages after 5 years of operation.

Legislative Description

Internet gambling.

Last Action

Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.

6/29/2010

Committee Referrals

Governmental Organization6/10/2010
Rules6/2/2010
Appropriations4/14/2010
Governmental Organization3/11/2010
Rules3/8/2010

Full Bill Text

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