Commitment to Responsible Gaming

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is committed to the encouragement of responsible gaming practices through innovations including GameSense and PlayMyWay

Community Mitigation Fund

The Expanded Gaming Act created the Community Mitigation Fund to help entities offset costs related to the construction and operation of a gaming establishment.

Encore Boston Harbor

View information and statistics about category 1 licensee Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, Massachusetts

MGM Springfield

View information and statistics about category 1 licensee MGM Springfield in Springfield, Massachusetts

Plainridge Park Casino

View information and statistics about category 2 licensee Plainridge Park Casino in Plainville, Massachusetts

Sports Wagering Licensees

The MGC has awarded Sports Wagering Operator Licenses to a number of applicants in the Commonwealth. Check out the full list here.

Host & Surrounding Communities

MassGaming offers assistance and technical support to all potential host and surrounding communities.

PlayMyWay

PlayMyWay is the first-of-its kind budgeting tool. Now available at Plainridge Park Casino, PlayMyWay encourages responsible gaming by giving players the choice to set budgets before gambling.

Voluntary Self-Exclusion

Information for those seeking to voluntarily exclude themselves from all Massachusetts casino gambling, sports wagering, or both for a pre-determined length of time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Expanded Gaming Act

On November 22, 2011, Governor Deval Patrick signed the Expanded Gaming Act into law.

Careers in Expanded Gaming

Information on casino jobs, casino careers, training, and casino workforce development programs in Massachusetts.

Vendor and Supplier Opportunities in Expanded Gaming

Casino vendor and supplier information, and links to business opportunities for Massachusetts local businesses

Horse Racing

MassGaming supports the highest standards in integrity and safety in the horse racing industry

Requests for Public Comments

Have a question or wish to comment on the rules, regulations, or processes regarding gaming in Massachusetts? Submit a public comment to the MGC.

Applications for Sports Wagering Licenses

Information and forms regarding applications for Category 1, 2, &/or 3 Sports Wagering Licenses can be found here.

Tribal Gaming

Updates on the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe's First Light Casino development in Taunton, and information on MGC's regulatory authority and responsibility relative to Tribal Gaming

Requests for Responses/Proposals

MassGaming will periodically list requests for products and services to ensure the best possible value for MassGaming and the Commonwealth.

Diversity

MGC is working with licensees, vendors, and community leaders to ensure that the state’s new expanded gaming industry is inclusive and provides opportunities that reflect the diversity of the Commonwealth.

Research Agenda