Micheal Beene

The meeting addressed several agenda items including public comments, which featured discussion regarding Station Casinos and a labor law enforcement action involving Red Rock Resorts, Et Al. Key actions involved the exclusion of Wayne Joesph Nix from licensed gaming establishments. The Commission also considered several Gaming Employee Registration Appeals, sustaining one objection and reversing another. A significant portion of the meeting involved the adoption of several proposed amendments to NGC Regulations, specifically addressing interactive gaming, gross revenue computation, gaming device approvals (including AB 58 administrative approvals), and card game promotional definitions and procedures. Various restricted and nonrestricted license applications and transfers of interest were considered and approved, often subject to specific conditions regarding reporting, key employee filings, and surveillance system approvals. Administrative reports were also provided.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance and confirmation of agenda posting compliance with open meeting law. Key discussion points included a segment for public comments regarding gaming-related matters, during which concerns were raised about roulette ball sizes, frequency of number outcomes, and the use of special cards in casinos, specifically referencing Resorts World and potential fraud. Additionally, the Culinary Union submitted an order setting hearing dates for a significant labor law enforcement action against Red Rock Resorts. The commission proceeded to approve the prior month's disposition for January 2026 and approved non-restricted consent item 11 with conditions. The primary substantive discussion focused on Non-Restricted Item Number One, concerning license applications for manager and director positions at Resorts World Las Vegas LLC, including Brian Sandival and EG Bernett. Several commissioners disclosed prior professional relationships with Governor Brian Sandival, who provided an extensive background summary of his career. The engagement and governance structures between Resorts World and its Genting parent company, as well as the structure and personnel of the compliance and internal audit committees at Resorts World, were discussed at length.

The meeting addressed public comments, including discussions regarding Station Casinos and recognition of Black History Month. The Board approved the Nevada Gaming Control Board Disposition for January 2026. The Nonrestricted Agenda included numerous applications for licensure, transfers of interest, and continuous approvals related to entities such as Resorts World Las Vegas, JJVG entities, Poker Palace Investments LLC, Gaming Entertainment (Nevada) LLC, Boomer's Sports Book LLC, Clarity Game Opco LLC, Full House Resorts, Inc., and William Hill Nevada I, many of which were approved with specific conditions related to reporting, surveillance, and operational changes. The Restricted Agenda involved multiple applications for restricted gaming licenses, transfers of interest, and revenue sharing agreements for entities like Battle Born Hospitality, LLC, Golden Route Operations LLC, Scoundrels SW, LLC, Village Pub Cimarron, LLC, United Coin Machine Co., Nevada Restaurant Services, Inc., and The Club House, also with various conditions attached. The Workshop/Regulations Agenda involved discussions and recommendations for proposed amendments to NGC Regulations 1, 5, 7, and 25 concerning definitions, cloud computing services, reporting requirements for anti-money laundering programs, and independent agent oversight. There was also a discussion regarding anti-money laundering enhancements.

The meeting covered public comments, including concerns from the Culinary Union regarding labor law enforcement actions and resulting impacts on Station Casinos employees, such as loss of housing and security. A board member also provided commentary recognizing historical figures who paved the way for current opportunities. The board addressed non-restricted agenda items concerning applications for licensure as a manager and director at Resorts World Las Vegas LLC. The board chair provided extensive background on his qualifications and detailed the governance structure, emphasizing a strong focus on compliance, training, and addressing past issues like money laundering.

The regularly scheduled December meeting included a public comment section where a representative from the culinary union addressed a recent US District Court ruling denying Station Casinos' petition for a preliminary injunction against the National Labor Relations Board concerning alleged unfair labor practices related to employee layoffs during the COVID-19 pandemic. A board member also expressed appreciation for the work of a senior deputy attorney general regarding the application to enter Mr. Wayne Nicks into the list of excluded persons. The board proceeded to approve the disposition for November 2025. Key discussions on the non-restricted consent agenda involved multiple applications for suitability, registration amendments, and license transfers related to entities such as MGM Resorts International, Mandalay Resort Group LLC, and City Center Holdings LLC. Board members also discussed the application by Boomer Sportsbook LLC for a non-restricted gaming license for a race book and sports pool at the Mitzvah Club in Tonopah, including projected handle and win, as well as the market dynamics in Tonopah comparing local versus tourist business and plans for mobile app sign-ups.