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MS HB181

Bill

Status

Failed

3/6/2012

Primary Sponsor

Bobby Moak

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits betting or wagering on boxing, sparring, and wrestling matches authorized by the Mississippi Athletic Commission, except for lawful gaming activities 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 chairman.

  • Allows the Commission to accept, budget, receive, and expend funds from public or private sources for purposes related to performing its duties, consistent with Department of Finance and Administration rules.

  • Limits the secretary's salary to no more than the chairman's salary.

  • Effective July 1, 2012.

Legislative Description

Gaming; clarify that wagering on certain athletic events is unlawful.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/6/2012

Full Bill Text

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