SB 6572 - DIGEST

(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB)

Declares that it is the policy of the state of Washington to set a dedicated source of funding to increase treatment services for problem gamblers, training in the identification and treatment of problem gambling, public awareness and education regarding problem gambling, and specific education and treatment programs regarding problem gambling for adolescents.

Provides that, in addition to annual license fees authorized under RCW 9.46.070(5), the commission shall establish an annual licensing surcharge.

Requires that all funds received by the commission, or any employee thereof, from the licensing surcharge established in this act shall be deposited in the problem gambling treatment account.