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AB 77

Gaming Policy Advisory Committee.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cecilia Aguiar-Curry

AB 77 creates a Gaming Policy Advisory Committee to recommend California gaming policy, but stalled in the inactive file after committee approval in June 2025.

Ordered to inactive file at the request of Senator Laird.
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Bill Summary · AB 77

Legislative bill overview

AB 77 establishes a Gaming Policy Advisory Committee in California to provide recommendations on gaming-related policy matters. The bill passed committee with unanimous support but was moved to the inactive file in late June 2025, halting its progress.

Why is this important

Gaming policy affects casino operations, tribal gaming compacts, revenue distribution, and consumer protections across California. The advisory committee would formalize stakeholder input on these economically and socially significant issues, potentially influencing hundreds of millions in state and local gaming revenues.

Potential points of contention

  • Committee composition and influence: Unclear representation balance between gaming industry, tribal nations, local governments, and public interest advocates could bias policy recommendations
  • Scope of authority: Whether advisory recommendations are binding or merely consultative affects actual policy-making power and implementation
  • Funding and operational costs: Resource allocation for the committee and whether costs are borne by state or gaming operators raises fiscal concerns

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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