Bill > A07338

This bill amends the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law to modify restrictions on employment with the New York State Gaming Commission. Currently, individuals are prohibited from being appointed or employed by the commission if they had any direct or indirect interest in or employment with a gaming-related corporation during the three years prior to their appointment. The bill creates exceptions to this rule, specifically for employees in certain gaming-related roles who did not have a significant stake in gaming outcomes, such as starters. These employees can be hired by the commission if they were not shareholders, board members, or upper-management, and their role was incidental to the business function. The bill also allows the commission to waive pre-employment restrictions by unanimous vote at a public meeting for prospective employees primarily working on racetrack grounds, provided they can demonstrate a lack of other qualified candidates with similar experience. Additionally, any employee hired under these exceptions must terminate their previous employment with the gaming corporation before starting work with the commission. The goal appears to be providing more flexibility in hiring while maintaining ethical standards in the gaming industry.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7338