la-202610-4711e4858d: Electronic Submissions

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2.Except as provided in Subsection D of this Section, nothing in this Section shall prevent service solely through electronic transmission for permittees, licensees, and applicants who consent to receive service electronically as provided for in Chapter 4 of Part III of Title 42.

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AUTHORITY NOTE:Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 27:15 and R.S. 27:24. HISTORICAL NOTE:Promulgated by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Gaming Control Board, LR 48:2359 (September 2022), amended LR 53: §112.Petition for Agency Review of Rule

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B.Petitions for agency review shall be submitted in writing to the Gaming Control Board through electronic submission to its official electronic mailing address, by mail to its official mailing address, or by hand delivery at its office in Baton Rouge, all found on the board’s official website.

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AUTHORITY NOTE:Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 27:1 et seq. HISTORICAL NOTE:Promulgated by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Gaming Control Board, LR 23:1322 (October 1997), amended LR 53: §116.Petition for Declaratory Orders and Rulings, Statutes and Rules A.… B.Petitions referred to in §116.A shall be in writing and filed with the board through electronic submission to its official electronic mailing address, by mail to its official mailing address, or by hand delivery at its office in Baton Rouge, all found on the board’s official website. C.… AUTHORITY NOTE:Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 27:1 et seq. HISTORICAL NOTE:Promulgated by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Gaming Control Board, LR 24:695 (April 1998), amended LR 53: §120.Application and Reporting Forms A.All applicants, licensees, permittees, and persons required to be found suitable shall utilize and complete, as applicable, the most recent version of the following forms in either paper or electronic format, subject to submission formats and requirements that the board may establish from time to time. All forms may be accessed through the websites of the board and division.

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B.1.All applicants, licensees, permittees and persons required to be found suitable shall fully comply with all instructions contained in the prescribed forms and shall provide all documentation and information requested therein. 2.When electronically submitting an application or request for a license, permit, or other approval, the applicant shall certify that all of the information and documentation submitted electronically is true and correct, that the applicant has not used a false or fictitious name in such application, and that the applicant has not knowingly made a false statement or has not knowingly concealed any material fact or otherwise committed any fraud in any such application or request. C.… AUTHORITY NOTE:Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 27:15 and 24. HISTORICAL NOTE:Promulgated by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Gaming Control Board, LR. 26:340 (February 2000), amended LR 40:1379 (July 2014), LR 41:2176 (October 2015), LR 42:575 (April 2016), LR 47:256 (February 2021), LR 48:46 (January 2022), LR 50:264 (February 2024), LR 53: Chapter 4.Electronic Submission of Documents §401.General

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D.Any permittee, licensee, or applicant that files documents electronically may consent to receive all notices, orders, decisions, correspondence, and administrative processes from the board or division through electronic transmission. 1.By consenting to receive all notices, orders, decisions, correspondence, and administrative processes from the board or division through electronic transmission, the filing party waives the right to physical service of process, personal service, certified mail service, or written physical notification as otherwise provided by LAC 42:III.108 and LAC 42:III.109. 2.Service delivered to the designated electronic mail address as last provided by the filing party shall be deemed complete and effective upon the date shown on the delivery receipt in accordance with LAC 42:III.109(F). AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 27:15 and 24. HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Gaming Control Board, LR 38:2934 (November 2012), amended LR 40:1381 (July 2014), LR 53: §402.Definitions A.… Electronic Application System—an online system or platform that allows users to submit electronic applications, requests for approval, and documents to the division in a secure, standardized digital format maintained on the division’s website. * * * Electronic Submission Portal—online system or platform that allows users to submit electronic documents to the board in a secure, standardized digital format maintained on the board’s website. * * * AUTHORITY NOTE:Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 27:15 and 24. HISTORICAL NOTE:Promulgated by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Gaming Control Board, LR 38:2934 (November 2012), amended LR 53: §403.Electronic Submission Procedure A.Written communications or documentation, including applications, may be submitted to the board or division electronically, provided that the board or division allow electronic submission for that type of document, the sender transmits the electronic document to or through the electronic system designated by the board or division for receiving such submissions in accordance with the system requirements established for submission, and: 1.For applications and other requests for approval otherwise delivered to the division, a.the submission is submitted through an electronic application system found on the division’s website, b.the sender has executed a proper subscriber agreement in accordance with the procedures established by the board or division, c.all electronically submitted copies of original documents are true and accurate digital copies of the original document, and d.the electronic application or request bears a valid electronic signature. 2.For all other electronic submissions, electronic filings, or electronically mailed documents otherwise delivered to the board, including, but not limited to, petitions, appeals of hearing office decisions, and briefs, a.the electronic filing is sent to the official electronic mailing address for the board, identified on the board’s website, or, if such becomes available, through the electronic submission portal for the board found on the board’s website, and b.all electronically submitted copies of original documents are true and accurate digital copies of the original document. 3.For all other electronic submissions or filings or electronically mailed documents otherwise delivered to the hearing office, including, but not limited to, requests for hearing, appeals of enforcement actions, motions, briefs, exhibits, etc., a.the electronic filing is sent to the electronic mailing address for the hearing office, as identified on the board’s website, and b.all electronically submitted copies of original documents are true and accurate digital copies of the original document. B.… AUTHORITY NOTE:Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 27:15 and 24. HISTORICAL NOTE:Promulgated by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Gaming Control Board, LR 38:2935 (November 2012), amended LR 53: Family Impact Statement Pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 49:972, the Gaming Control Board, through its chairman, has considered the potential family impact of the proposed Rule. The proposed Rule has no known impact on the following: 1.the effect on stability of the family. 2.the effect on the authority and rights of parents regarding the education and supervision of their children. 3.the effect on the functioning of the family. 4.the effect on family earnings and family budget. 5.the effect on the behavior and personal responsibility of children. 6.the ability of the family or a local government to perform the function as contained in the proposed rule. Poverty Impact Statement Pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 49:973, the Gaming Control Board, through its chairman, has considered the potential poverty impact of the proposed Rule. The proposed Rule has no known impact on impact on the following: 1.the effect on household income, assets, and financial security. 2.the effect on early childhood development and preschool through postsecondary education development. 3.the effect on employment and workforce development. 4.the effect on taxes and tax credits. 5.the effect on child and dependent care, housing, health care, nutrition, transportation, and utilities assistance. Small Business Analysis Pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 49:974.2-974.8, the Regulatory Flexibility Act, the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, through its chairman, has concluded that the proposed Rule is not anticipated to have an adverse impact on small business; therefore, a Small Business Impact Statement has not been prepared. Provider Impact Statement Pursuant to the provisions of HCR170 of 2014, the Gaming Control Board, through its chairman, has considered the potential provider impact of the proposed Rule. The proposed Rule has no known impact on impact on the following: 1.the effect on the staffing level requirements or qualifications required to provide the same level of service. 2.the total direct and indirect effect on the costs to the provider to provide the same level of service. 3.the overall effect on the ability of the provider to provide the same level of service. Public Comments Interested persons may submit written comments to Amy Danageozian, Assistant Attorney General, Louisiana Department of Justice, Gaming Division, 1885 North Third Street, Fifth Floor, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. All comments must be submitted no later than the end of business day, Central time zone, on November 10, 2026. Public Comments Interested persons may submit written comments to Amy Danageozian, Assistant Attorney General, Louisiana Department of Justice, Gaming Division, 1885 North Third Street, Fifth Floor, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. All comments must be submitted no later than the end of business day, Central time zone, on November 10, 2026. Christopher B. Hebert Chairman FISCAL AND ECONOMIC IMPACT STATEMENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE RULES RULE TITLE: Electronic Submissions I.ESTIMATED IMPLEMENTATION COSTS (SAVINGS) TO STATE OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS (Summary) The proposed rule is not anticipated to result in any costs or savings for the Louisiana Gaming Control Board ("Board") or any State or local government units. The Board proposes to amend Title 42 (Louisiana Gaming) of the Louisiana Administrative Code, Part III (Gaming Control Board), Chapter 1 (General Provisions), Sections 101, 108, 109, 112, 116, and 120 and Chapter 4 (Electronic Submission of Documents), Sections 401 through 403, relative to the electronic submission of documents. Specifically, the proposed rules permit the submission of application and forms through electronic format and provides for the certifications applicants attest to when submitting documentation. Further, the proposed rule establishes procedures for electronic submissions, including a board-maintained portal, as well as allow individuals or entities to waive other service methods in favor of electronic service. II.ESTIMATED EFFECT ON REVENUE COLLECTIONS OF STATE OR LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL UNITS (Summary) There is no anticipated effect on revenue collections of state or local governmental units. III.ESTIMATED COSTS AND/OR ECONOMIC BENEFITS TO DIRECTLY AFFECTRED PERSONS, SMALL BUSINESSES, OR NONGOVERNMENTAL GROUPS (Summary) There are no anticipated costs or economic benefits to directly affected persons, small businesses, or non-governmental groups. IV.ESTIMATED EFFECT ON COMPETITION AND EMPLOYMENT (Summary) Implementation of this proposed rule is not anticipated to have an effect on competition and employment. Chrisopher B. HebertPatrice Thomas ChairmanDeputy Fiscal Officer 2610#017Legislative Fiscal Office