All Roll Calls
Yes: 63 • No: 0
NevadaSB20383rd Regular Session (2025)Senate
AN ACT relating to gaming; removing and revising certain provisions relating to the pari-mutuel system of wagering; providing immunity from civil liability for certain agencies, entities and persons relating to the pari-mutuel system of wagering; defining certain terms relating to the pari-mutuel system of wagering; repealing certain provisions relating to the pari-mutuel system of wagering; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
Sponsored By: Julie Pazina (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
BDR 41-608
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
8 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 6 mixed.
3% quarterly tax on wagers
Licensees must pay a 3% tax each quarter on the total money wagered on covered races and events. This tax does not apply to off‑track pari‑mutuel wagering covered elsewhere. The Commission may keep up to 5% of what it collects for admin costs, and sends the rest to the State General Fund. Pay by the last day of the first month after the quarter.
New limits on commissions and payouts
For on‑site pari‑mutuel pools, a licensee may deduct no more than 18% as commission. Licensees may round winning payouts down by up to $0.10 for every $1 paid. For off‑track wagering, the Commission sets the total commission and can split it among approved participants. Off‑track licensees cannot offer rebates, accept less than face value, or pay bonuses on winning bets. Violations face investigation and penalties; only narrow exemptions are allowed.
License scope narrowed; old laws repealed
The terms “license,” “license fees,” and “licensee” now refer only to gaming and manufacturer or distributor licenses. Some off‑track statutes are removed from fee, renewal, and penalty lists, which may change who owes payments. Many gaming and pari‑mutuel sections are repealed. Businesses that ran off‑track systems or racing info should review what obligations changed.
Off-track system operators must register
Operators of off‑track pari‑mutuel systems count as service providers and must register with the Nevada Gaming Control Board before operating. The law defines off‑track systems and operators so businesses know when the rules apply. Employees of these operators are treated as gaming employees and may face licensing or background‑check steps.
Hearings, court review, and immunity
All licenses and registrations can be suspended or revoked only after a Board complaint and a formal hearing. Licensees can seek court review of Commission decisions. The State, Commission, Board, the Off‑Track Committee, and their staff are immune from civil suits for good‑faith, non‑malicious acts under this chapter. The law takes effect on passage and approval.
Off-track committee handles deals
If the Commission appoints an 11‑member Off‑Track Pari‑Mutuel Wagering Committee, it gets the sole right to negotiate certain off‑track wagering agreements. The Committee must give each licensed operator fair access to the services it negotiates. It may not set different in‑state rates for wagers made on‑premises versus by communications technology.
Remote wagering allowed with safeguards
Only a licensed book may take wagers at times the Commission sets. Books may accept wire wagers from Nevada, other states, and countries where it is legal, and off‑track operators may be based outside Nevada if licensed there. Wagering outside licensed enclosures remains illegal except as allowed in NRS 464.020(3). The Commission may require fingerprinting, background checks, and border‑control tech to block illegal cross‑border bets. Anyone sharing off‑track wagering revenue must get Commission approval after investigation.
Tracks can sell live broadcasts
A racetrack or its agent may sell a live broadcast directly to licensed books and other users. Every user must pay the same rate for the feed. This does not apply when the broadcast is part of an off‑track pari‑mutuel agreement under chapter 464.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Julie Pazina
Democratic • Senate
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 5/22/2025
Final Passage - Assembly (1st Reprint)
Yes: 42 • No: 0
Senate vote • 4/16/2025
Final Passage - Senate (1st Reprint)
Yes: 21 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Approved by the Governor. Chapter 181.
5/31/2025legislatureEnrolled and delivered to Governor.
5/27/2025legislatureTo enrollment.
5/23/2025SenateIn Senate.
5/22/2025SenateRead third time. Passed. Title approved. (Yeas: 42, Nays: None.) To Senate.
5/22/2025HouseTaken from General File. Placed on General File for next legislative day.
5/21/2025HouseTaken from General File. Placed on General File for next legislative day.
5/20/2025HouseTaken from General File. Placed on General File for next legislative day.
5/19/2025HouseTaken from General File. Placed on General File for next legislative day.
5/16/2025HouseRead second time.
5/15/2025HouseFrom committee: Do pass.
5/14/2025HouseRead first time. Referred to Committee on Judiciary. To committee.
4/17/2025HouseIn Assembly.
4/17/2025HouseRead third time. Passed, as amended. Title approved, as amended. (Yeas: 21, Nays: None.) To Assembly.
4/16/2025SenateFrom printer. To engrossment. Engrossed. First reprint.
4/16/2025SenateRead second time. Amended. (Amend. No. 77.) To printer.
4/15/2025SenatePlaced on Second Reading File.
4/15/2025SenateFrom committee: Amend, and do pass as amended.
4/15/2025SenateFrom printer. To committee.
2/14/2025SenateRead first time. Referred to Committee on Judiciary. To printer.
2/12/2025Senate
Bill Text
As Enrolled
As Introduced
Reprint 1
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