New York State Gaming Commission

The New York State Gaming Commission regulates all aspects of gaming activity in the State, including horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering, Class III Indian Gaming, the state lottery (including video lottery terminals), commercial gaming and charitable gaming. The Commission was created by Chapter 60 of the Laws of 2012. The law merged the New York State Racing and Wagering Board with the New York State Division of Lottery into a single state agency. The Commission became effective February 1, 2013.