MS SB2132

Authorizes the Mississippi Gaming Commission and Department of Human Services to promulgate rules requiring withholding of gaming winnings from persons with outstanding child support arrearages, including slot machine annuities, sports betting, and reportable cash winnings.

Requires gaming licensees to deduct child support arrearages from winnings (Form W2-G reportable amounts) and forward deducted amounts to the Department of Human Services within 7 days, paying any remainder to the obligor.

Permits gaming licensees to charge an administrative fee not exceeding $35.00 per singular or periodic payment for persons with outstanding child support arrearages, beginning with the second annuity payment.

Establishes a 20-day period for the Department of Human Services to release encumbered winnings to the obligee, or extends the period if the obligor requests an administrative hearing based on identity mistakes or incorrect arrearages amounts.

Provides civil and criminal immunity to gaming licensees and their agents for disclosing information or withholding payments in accordance with this section, with implementation required by January 1, 2026, and effectiveness date of July 1, 2024.