Relating to authorizing the Racing Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Advance Deposit Account Wagering.
HB 4251 authorizes West Virginia's Racing Commission to create specific rules governing Advance Deposit Account Wagering (ADAW), a system where bettors pre-deposit funds for gambling at racetracks. The bill formally approves a previously filed regulatory rule (178 CSR 10) that outlines how ADPW operations must function. This affects racetracks, betting operators, and customers using ADPW systems by establishing clear regulatory standards for these pre-funded wagering accounts. The bill does not change gambling laws but enables the Commission to enforce specific operational requirements through its rulemaking authority.
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Introduced Jan 14, 2026
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Jan 14, 2026
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Jan 14, 2026
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Doug Smith
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