California
California Gambling Control Commission to Host Key Meeting: A Deep Dive into Regulatory Updates and Litigation Reviews

The California Gambling Control Commission is set to convene an important meeting, blending in-person and virtual participation, to discuss significant regulatory updates and review multiple high-profile litigation cases. Scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 8, 2024, the meeting aims to address key developments in the gambling industry, ensuring stakeholders are well-informed and aligned with the latest standards and practices.
Venue Details and Participation Instructions
The meeting will be accessible both in person and via tele/video conference to accommodate a wide range of participants. The primary location for attendance is set at the California Gambling Control Commission in Sacramento, with satellite locations in San Francisco and Chino, offering broader accessibility across Northern and Southern California. Additionally, public participation is highly encouraged through Zoom, providing a platform for widespread engagement.
Agenda Highlights
The open session will commence with formalities, including a call to order and roll call of commissioners, followed by a significant agenda item: the consideration of approval to commence the formal rulemaking process for regulations concerning advertising. This encompasses amendments and adoptions within Title 4 of the California Code of Regulations, signaling a potential shift in how gambling advertising is managed and regulated in the state.
Public Comment and Closed Session Deliberations
A segment for public comment on matters not listed on the agenda is included, adhering to the Bagley-Keene Act’s provisions. This ensures transparency and public involvement in commission activities, even for topics not slated for immediate deliberation. The meeting will then proceed to a closed session, where commissioners will deliberate on a series of litigation cases involving various entities and individuals within the gambling sector. These cases highlight ongoing legal challenges and disputes, reflecting the dynamic and often complex regulatory environment of the gambling industry.
Ensuring Public Engagement and Accessibility
The commission emphasizes the importance of public engagement, offering multiple avenues for participation and comment. The hybrid format of the meeting, combining in-person attendance with virtual access through Zoom, underscores a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility. Detailed instructions for joining the meeting via Zoom and contributing public comments are provided, ensuring stakeholders have the opportunity to partake in the deliberations and express their viewpoints.
A Critical Gathering for Stakeholders
This meeting represents a critical juncture for the California gambling industry, with potential implications for regulatory practices, advertising standards, and legal precedents. Stakeholders, including operators, regulators, and the general public, are encouraged to participate, reflecting the commission’s proactive approach to addressing industry challenges and fostering a responsible gambling environment.
As the California Gambling Control Commission continues to navigate the intricate landscape of gambling regulation and litigation, this meeting offers a pivotal platform for dialogue, decision-making, and strategic direction-setting. Stakeholders across the spectrum are poised to gain insights, contribute to discussions, and engage with the regulatory processes shaping the future of gambling in California.
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California Gambling Control Commission Reviews Licensing and Suitability Applications in April 2025 Meeting

The California Gambling Control Commission (CGCC) convened its latest public meeting to deliberate on a broad range of licensing, regulatory, and suitability matters concerning individuals and entities engaged in California’s gambling and tribal gaming industries. The comprehensive session covered over a dozen agenda items and featured detailed reviews of employee licenses, work permits, third-party proposition services, tribal gaming suitability, and supplier renewals.
Key Highlights from the April 2025 Commission Meeting:
1. Initial and Temporary Key Employee Licenses
The Commission evaluated the initial applications of Louis Garcia and Bounlek Syvilay, with differing staff recommendations. Garcia’s case was recommended for referral to an evidentiary hearing due to concerns related to illegal gambling. Syvilay, on the other hand, received a conditional approval pending regular updates on delinquent tax obligations.
2. Work Permit Renewal Denials
The renewal work permit for Charlene Gonzales was recommended for denial by Commission staff.
3. Third-Party Proposition Player Services Licenses
Applications from entities like KBCH Consultants, Inc. and Players Edge Services were reviewed. Jared Francis (KBCH) received a conditional recommendation, requiring proof of debt resolution, while Jarrel Guieb (Players Edge) was recommended for straightforward approval.
4. Gaming Resource Supplier Suitability Findings
Several major suppliers received approval for either initial or renewal findings of suitability under California’s tribal-state compacts, including:
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Aristocrat Technologies, Inc.
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Giesecke+Devrient Currency Technology America, Inc.
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HCAL, LLC (Caesars Entertainment)
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IGT (International Game Technology)
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Interblock USA, L.C.
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Surveillance Systems Integration, Inc.
These approvals, spanning expiration dates through 2027, reflect ongoing compliance and operational integrity.
5. Key Employee Suitability Findings for Tribal Casinos
Dozens of applicants across tribal gaming properties received either initial or renewal findings of suitability. Highlights include approvals for employees at:
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Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
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Jamul Casino
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Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino
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Agua Caliente Casinos (multiple locations)
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Sycuan Casino and Resort
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Graton Resort & Casino
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Thunder Valley Casino Resort
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Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel
These decisions reflect the Commission’s continued oversight of individuals holding influential roles in tribal casino operations throughout California.
6. Third-Party Employee Licensing – Extensive Review
The Commission reviewed an extensive list of initial and renewal applications for third-party proposition player services employees across several operators including:
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Blackstone Gaming, LLC
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Knighted Ventures, LLC
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Progressive Gaming, LLC
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F2 TPS, LLC
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L.E. Gaming, Inc.
Hundreds of individual applications were evaluated, with most receiving recommended approvals through 2027.
7. Commission Work Permits and Renewals
Work permit renewals for cardroom employees at venues such as Casino Merced, Empire Sportsmen’s Association, and Napa Valley Casino were also considered and approved.
8. Tribal-State Compact Supplier and Key Employee Hearings
Default decisions were discussed for applicants who did not respond or attend scheduled hearings. These included applicants for tribal-state compact key employee findings and third-party proposition player licenses. No staff recommendations were issued for these hearings.
9. Authorized Table Requests
Stars Casino submitted a request regarding the number of authorized tables. The staff recommended that the Commission take no action at this time.
10. Consent Calendar Approvals
The Commission recommended approval of multiple consent calendar items, with exceptions noted for select applicants.
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Plaza Hotel & Casino offering free stalls to temporarily rehome horses affected by the California wildfires

With more than 75 uncovered stalls available year-round at its equestrian facility, the CORE Arena, the Plaza Hotel & Casino is offering the stalls. for free to any horses that need to be temporarily rehomed due to the devastating wildfires in Southern California.
The 10 ft. x 10 ft. stalls are adjacent to the venue’s large dirt arena where owners can exercise their horses daily.
The Plaza will also offer complimentary feed, waterlines, clean up, and trailer parking onsite.
“The wildfires in California have been devastating, and when we learned how they are displacing horses, we saw a unique opportunity to help the animals and their owners who may have limited options to rehome them as they rebuild,” said Jonathan Jossel, CEO of the Plaza Hotel & Casino.
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Notice and Agenda for California Gambling Control Commission Meeting

The California Gambling Control Commission will hold a meeting on June 20, 2024, to consider various applications and renewals related to cardroom owner licenses and other gambling-related licenses. The agenda includes significant items such as:
- Initial Cardroom Owner License Consideration:
- Commerce Casino: California Commerce Club, Inc.
- Recommendation: Approve the initial application through March 31, 2025.
- Commerce Casino: California Commerce Club, Inc.
- Renewal of Cardroom Owner Licenses:
- Artichoke Joe’s Casino:
- Recommendation: Approve a 90-day extension through September 30, 2024, with existing conditions.
- Capitol Casino:
- Recommendation: Approve the renewal application through March 31, 2026.
- Casino 99:
- Options:
- Approve renewal through December 31, 2025.
- Approve renewal with additional conditions.
- Refer to an evidentiary hearing and issue an interim license.
- Deny the renewal application.
- Recommendation: Option Three.
- Options:
- Jalisco Pool Room:
- Recommendation: Approve renewal through June 30, 2026, with existing conditions.
- Mike’s Card Casino:
- Recommendation: Approve a 60-day extension through August 31, 2024, with existing conditions.
- Artichoke Joe’s Casino:
- Requests and Other Considerations:
- Bell Jackpot Casino: Request to withdraw application.
- Recommendation: Approve the request without prejudice.
- Empire Sportsmen’s Association: Cancellation of Temporary Work Permit.
- Recommendation: Cancel the permit.
- Acme Player Services, LLC: Retraction of hearing referral and renewal application.
- Recommendation: Retract the referral and abandon the renewal application for specified members.
- Bell Jackpot Casino: Request to withdraw application.
- Third-Party Proposition Player Services Employee License Renewals and Approvals:
- Various applications for initial and renewal licenses were considered with recommendations to approve through specified periods.
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