New Jersey § 5:5-159
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 5:5-159, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5:5-159.
In addition to any other funds provided by law for prevention, education and treatment
programs for compulsive gamblers, beginning on July 1, 2003, there shall be an annual
assessment against permit holders or successors in interest to permit holders, if
applicable, of a total sum of $200,000 in the aggregate which shall be paid into the
General Fund for appropriation by the Legislature to the Department of Health and
Senior Services for prevention and education and treatment programs for compulsive
gambling that meet the criteria developed pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1993, c. 229 ( C.26:2-169 ), such as those provided by the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey. Such funds shall be used to address compulsive gambling issues related to off-track
wagering facilities and account wagering. The New Jersey Racing Commission shall, by regulation, establish a formula which
apportions the assessment to each permit holder or successor in interest, if applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 5:5-159
What does New Jersey Statutes § 5:5-159 cover?
Section 5:5-159 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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