MS SB2384

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

Requires gaming licensees to deduct child support arrearages from reportable cash gaming winnings (those requiring IRS Form W-2G filing) and forward the deducted amount to the Department of Human Services within 7 days.

Allows gaming licensees to charge an administrative fee not exceeding $35 per payment from persons with outstanding child support arrearages, beginning with the second annuity payment.

Provides a 20-day period for the Department of Human Services to release encumbered winnings to the obligee, or longer if the obligor files a written request for administrative hearing challenging the encumbrance based on identity mistakes or incorrect arrearage amounts.

Requires implementation of all policies and procedures by January 1, 2026, with the act taking effect July 1, 2025.