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This bill establishes a comprehensive legal framework for mobile sports wagering in Alaska, creating a new regulatory system that allows up to 10 licensed operators to offer mobile sports betting in the state. Potential licensees must meet strict qualification requirements, including having mobile sports wagering licenses in at least three other states, paying a $100,000 annual license fee, and undergoing thorough criminal background checks. The bill imposes a 20% tax on adjusted gross revenue from mobile sports wagering and requires licensees to implement robust monitoring systems to detect suspicious betting activities, verify user identities, and prevent underage gambling. Licensees must be 21 or older and physically located in Alaska or an approved jurisdiction when placing wagers, and the bill allows for various types of sports betting, including single-game bets, parlays, and in-game wagering. The Department of Revenue will oversee the licensing process, with the ability to deny, suspend, or revoke licenses for violations such as making false statements or demonstrating a lack of financial responsibility. The bill also mandates that licensees provide information about gambling disorder resources and includes provisions for excluding problematic gamblers. The mobile sports wagering operations are set to begin on January 1, 2026, after the Department of Revenue issues at least three licenses and provides public notice.

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