§ 41.57 Compulsive gambling education and treatment program.

Notwithstanding any inconsistent provisions of this article and within
amounts made available therefor by appropriation, the commissioner is
authorized to develop, expand, operate or cause to be operated
compulsive gambling education and treatment programs. The commissioner
may employ any consultants deemed necessary to effectuate the purpose of
this section and enter into contract with any not-for-profit corporation
for provision of appropriate services. On the thirtieth day of January
after the effective date of this section and each January thirtieth
thereafter, the commissioner shall submit to the governor and the
legislature a report detailing the implementation of this section and
making recommendations for future development of compulsive gambling
education and treatment programs.