Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Missouri House Bill HB1947

Caption

Establishes the Missouri Gaming Bureau

Impact

The introduction of the Missouri Gaming Bureau would significantly impact existing state laws related to gaming by creating a formalized agency dedicated to the regulation of gaming activities. This agency would be responsible for issuing licenses, conducting investigations, and ensuring that gaming laws are adhered to across Missouri. The bill emphasizes the need for clearer oversight mechanisms which could benefit the overall gaming landscape, ensuring that operators meet both operational and ethical standards imposed by the state.

Summary

House Bill 1947 seeks to establish the Missouri Gaming Bureau, which would serve as a state-level regulatory body overseeing gaming and gambling activities. The establishment of this bureau is designed to streamline the regulatory framework associated with gaming laws in the state, consolidating authority and providing a more structured approach to managing gaming operations. This centralization aims to improve the enforcement of gaming regulations, enhance compliance measures, and support the state's fiscal goals through effective oversight.

Contention

A point of contention surrounding HB 1947 is the potential shift in power from various local jurisdictions to a centralized state authority, which some stakeholders might view as an overreach. Opponents could argue that local governments should retain a degree of control over gaming activities within their areas to better address community-specific issues. Furthermore, the bill's impact on revenue generation for local municipalities and concerns about the socio-economic implications of expanded gaming regulation may also fuel debates among lawmakers and community members.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MO HB970

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MO SB743

Establishes the "Missouri Building Codes Act"

MO SB173

Establishes the Missouri Task Force on Safety and Security for Nonprofit Organizations to study the security needs of and provide grants to nonprofit organizations at risk of terrorist attacks in Missouri

MO HB134

Establishes the "Missouri Task Force on Nonprofit Safety and Security"

MO SB461

Establishes the Missouri Angel Investment Incentive Act

MO SB537

Establishes the Missouri Defense and Energy Independence Act

MO SB172

Establishes the Missouri Free School Meals Program to reimburse schools for providing free breakfasts and lunches to all students

MO SB35

Establishes the Revitalizing Missouri Downtowns and Main Streets Act

MO SB822

Establishes the Missouri Entertainment Facility - Capital Assistance Program

MO SB523

Establishes the Missouri Statewide Mechanical Contractors Licensing Act

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.