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NY S09673
Bill
Status
11/22/2024
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Addabbo
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AI Summary
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Accelerates the downstate casino licensing process by establishing an August 31, 2024 deadline for all gaming facility license applications to be submitted.
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Requires the Gaming Commission to hire a community consultant by August 31, 2024 to manage the community advisory committee process for casino applicants in downstate regions.
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Establishes 30-day timelines for appointing community advisory committees once all applications are received, with committees required to issue approval or disapproval findings within 120 days of establishment.
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Mandates the Gaming Board complete review of community-approved applications and make recommendations for up to three licenses by December 31, 2025, or earlier if all applicants obtain required land use entitlements.
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Requires the Gaming Commission to select up to three casino license applicants within 30 days of receiving the Board's recommendations, with allowances for limited extensions for good cause.
Legislative Description
Relates to the acceleration of the downstate casino licenses; sets forth procedures for the review and approval of applications; makes related provisions.
Last Action
VETOED MEMO.72
11/22/2024