Attorney General Starts Application Process to Appoint MA Gaming Commissioner
Thursday, August 06, 2015
“Candidates for this position must possess a very specific skill set, including a background in law enforcement and criminal investigations,” said Healey. “We are committed to identifying the best potential candidates to fulfill this important role and protect Massachusetts residents as we move forward with casino gaming.”
Healey's appointment will replace Commissioner James F. McHugh, who will retire from the board on September 30.
For candidates to be considered, they should complete an application by 5 PM on Friday, September 4.
On November 2011, Governor Patrick signed into law “An Act Establishing Expanded Gaming in The Commonwealth.” The law established expanded gaming in the Commonwealth, and included a five-member Gaming Commission responsible for the implementation of the gaming licensing process and regulation of the industry.
The Governor, Attorney General, and Treasurer are each designated one appointment to this Commission. The remaining two members are chosen by the three appointing authorities: the Governor, the Attorney General, and the Treasurer.
The Commission must be bipartisan, with no more than three members representing the same political party.
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