Code of Massachusetts Regulations 205 CMR - MASSACHUSETTS GAMING COMMISSION
Here’s a refined overview of 205 CMR – Massachusetts Gaming Commission, the state's regulatory framework for casino and sports-wagering operations:
📘 General Overview
205 CMR is the segment of the Code of Massachusetts Regulations governing the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. It was last updated on May 23, 2025 (mass.gov). It includes:
205 CMR 3–9 & 10–16: Rules for thoroughbred, harness, and greyhound racing (licensing, animal welfare, simulcasting, etc.)
205 CMR 101–114: Internal procedural rules—license phases, fees, investigations, adjudication, licensing protocols, and more (mass.gov).
🎲 Specific Regulatory Areas
🎰 Casino Gaming & Internal Controls
205 CMR 138.00: Licensing standards for casino internal controls, including procedures for system changes, audits, employee licensing, drop-box handling, jackpot inspections, progressive devices, tournament rules, and penalties for non-compliance (massgaming.com).
🧾 Sports Wagering Regulations
🎯 Account Management (205 CMR 248.00)
Covers registration, age and identity verification (must be ≥ 21), one-account restriction, deposits, withdrawals, responsible gaming limits, account suspension/closure, abandoned funds (mass.gov).
🛡️ Data Privacy (205 CMR 257.00)
Rules for collection, encryption, retention, and breach notification of Personally Identifiable Information (PII), including semi‑annual compliance reporting (massgaming.com).
📡 Technical Standards (205 CMR 243.00 & 244.00)
Adoption (with amendments) of GLI‑33 standards for event-wagering systems (massgaming.com).
📢 Advertising (205 CMR 256.00)
Regulates advertising content and placements, prohibiting targeting to youth and vulnerable adults, deceptive practices, and requires responsible gaming messaging (massgaming.com).
📊 Reporting Obligations (205 CMR 239.00)
Establishes financial reporting, auditing standards, and disclosure duties for operators (law.cornell.edu).
🔍 Regulatory Process & Latest Updates
Proposed amendments to various sections (e.g., 205 CMR 3.13, 3.15, 256.02/4) were announced for public hearing in May–June 2025 (massgaming.com).
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