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MS HB1058
Bill
Status
Failed
3/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
Bobby Moak
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AI Summary
- Amends Mississippi Code Section 75-75-101 to explicitly prohibit betting or wagering money or anything of value on boxing, sparring, wrestling, or other matches and exhibitions authorized by the Mississippi Athletic Commission
- Creates an exception allowing wagering on such athletic events only if conducted as a lawful gaming activity regulated under the Mississippi Gaming Control Act
- Requires that no officer or employee of the Mississippi Athletic Commission may receive a salary exceeding that of the commission's chairman
- Guarantees the chairman's annual salary must be at least equal to the highest salary paid to any other officer or employee of the commission
- Effective date of July 1, 2010; passed the House and was referred to the Senate Gaming Committee
Legislative Description
Gaming; clarify that wagering on certain athletic events is unlawful.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/2/2010
Full Bill Text
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