Report 2021-102 Recommendation Responses
Report 2021-102: Indian Gaming Special Distribution Fund: The State Could Better Manage Its Distribution Fund and Its Problem Gambling Programs (Release Date: August 2022)
Recommendation for Legislative Action
To ensure that the distribution fund maintains a prudent balance, the Legislature should require Finance to collaborate with the Gambling Commission to determine an appropriate reserve fund balance. The Legislature should then appropriate the excess reserve consistent with federal and state law. For example, it could increase the funding for the problem gambling prevention and treatment programs or it could return excess funds to tribes by refunding a portion of distribution fund fees.
Description of Legislative Action
As of March 27, 2023, the Legislature has not taken action to address this specific recommendation.
- Legislative Action Current As-of: April 2023
California State Auditor's Assessment of 6-Month Status: No Action Taken
Description of Legislative Action
As of October 21, 2022, the Legislature has not taken action to address this specific recommendation.
- Legislative Action Current As-of: October 2022