Missouri Gaming Commission News and Information

The Missouri Gaming Commission has a new Commissioner! Roger Stottlemyre was confirmed by the Missouri Senate on Thursday morning. In the photo from left: DPS Director Mark James, Commissioner Roger Stottlemyre, and Executive Director Mike Leara. Congratulations and welcome, Commissioner Stottlemyre!

Sam Gladney and Kevin Cantwell were confirmed by the Missouri Senate on Thursday, April 9, 2026. In the photo from left: Commissioner Sam Gladney and Commissioner Kevin Cantwell. Welcome to the MGC, Commissioners!

MEETING NOTICE
Date: March 24, 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
**Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with
disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at (573)
526-2326, or e-mail at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov, 72 hours
in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Motion to Close Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo.,
Investigatory, Proprietary, and Application Records and
610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions and Matters Subject to
Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3) and
(13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected
from Disclosure by Law
III. Motion to Open Meeting
IV. Adjournment

MEETING NOTICE

Date: March 25, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
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*Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with
disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at
(573) 526-2326, or email at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov,
72 hours in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Adoption of Agenda
III. Consideration of Minutes
A. February 24, 2026
B. February 25, 2026
IV. Consideration of Licensure of Sports Wagering Supplier
C. GeoComply Solutions Inc. d/b/a GeoComply

1. Resolution No. 26-009
   V. Consideration of Licensure of Occupational Level I-SW
   Applicant
   D. Resolution No. 26-010
   VI. Consideration of Licensure of Key Business Entities
   E. Avalon CVC Holdco GP, LLC
2. Resolution No. 26-011
   F. Avalon CVC Holdco, LP
3. Resolution No. 26-012
   FREE PROBLEM GAMBLING HELPLINE • 1-800-GAMBLER
   G. Avalon US Holdco, Inc.
4. Resolution No. 26-013
   H. Avalon Aggregator, LLC
5. Resolution No. 26-014
   I. Worldwide Laboratories, LLC
6. Resolution No. 26-015
   J. Avalon Midco Limited
7. Resolution No. 26-016
   K. Avalon Buyer Limited
8. Resolution No. 26-017
   L. Avalon Borrower, LLC
9. Resolution No. 26-018
   VII. Consideration of Licensure of Level I/Key Applicants
   M. Resolution No. 26-019
   VIII. Consideration of Relicensure of Key Person Licensees
   N. Resolution No. 26-020
   IX. Consideration of Petition for Transfer of Interest and Change in Control
   O. Resolution No. 26-021
   X. Public Comment by Individuals Wishing to Address the Commission
   Regarding an Agenda Item Pursuant to 11 CSR 45-2.010
   XI. Motion for Closed Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo., Investigatory,
   Proprietary and Application Records and 610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions
   and Matters Subject to Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3)
   and (13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected from Disclosure
   by Law
   XII. Motion to Open Meeting
   XIII. Adjournment

St. Louis County Prosecutor’s Office

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 4, 2026

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO – Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway
and St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Melissa Price Smith
today announced a coordinated enforcement initiative to remove illegal gambling devices from businesses throughout St. Louis County.
Following recent federal court rulings confirming that unregulated “gray market” machines—often found in gas stations, bars, and convenience stores—constitute illegal gambling devices under Missouri law, both offices are issuing a final warning to all owners and operators.
The Enforcement Directive Any person or business in possession of an illegal gambling machine in St. Louis County that meets the definition of a “gambling device” under RSMo Chapter 572 is hereby advised that they must have these machines removed or otherwise permanently disabled by June 1, 2026.
Failure to comply with this deadline will result in prosecution under the laws of the State of Missouri.
“When businesses profit from illegal gambling, they are not only ignoring the law, they put our communities at risk by creating magnets for additional criminal activity,” said Attorney General Hanaway. “My office applauds St. Louis County for upholding the rule of law and we will work collaboratively with local officials to hold any business accountable for engaging in unlawful activity”.
St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Melissa Price Smith added: “Our priority is the safety and integrity of our community. By setting this June 1 deadline, we are providing a clear window for voluntary compliance. After that date, my office will move forward with criminal charges against those who continue to violate state gambling statutes”. Background on RSMo Chapter 572 Under Missouri law, a gambling device is defined as any machine on which a player risks money on the outcome of a game of chance and where the result cannot be fully determined by the player’s skill. Recent judicial decisions have clarified that many “no-
chance” or “video lottery” terminals currently in operation fall strictly within this prohibited category.

Congratulations to Linda Hardey for five years of service with the Missouri Gaming Commission! “Linda Hardey is our administrative support assistant at Isle of Capri Boonville. She is easy to talk to, friendly, and cheerful.  Linda was born in Germany and has lived all over the world.  Linda also serves as a firefighter for the Cooper County Fire District. We congratulate Linda on five years with MGC” ~LeAnn McCarthy, Licensing and Discipline Manager.

Linda is shown receiving a Certificate of Appreciation from Deputy Director Kevin Bond during the February Commission meeting.

MEETING NOTICE
Date: February 24, 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
**Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at (573) 526-2326, or e-mail at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov, 72 hours in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Motion to Close Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo., Investigatory, Proprietary, and Application Records and 610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions and Matters Subject to Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3) and (13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected from Disclosure by Law
III. Motion to Open Meeting
IV. Adjournment

MEETING NOTICE

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Date: February 25, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
*Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at (573) 526-2326, or email at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov, 72 hours in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Team Member Recognition
III. Adoption of Agenda
IV. Consideration of Minutes
A. January 22, 2026
B. January 28, 2026
C. January 29, 2026
V. Consideration of Licensure of Class A and B Licensees
PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Class A)
The Missouri Gaming Company, LLC
d/b/a Argosy Riverside Casino (Class B)

• Presentation by Applicant
• Presentation by City of Riverside
• Public Comment
• Investigative Summary
• Staff Recommendation
  D. Resolution No. 26-004 (PENN Entertainment, Inc.)
  E. Resolution No. 26-005 (The Missouri Gaming
  Company, LLC)
  FREE PROBLEM GAMBLING HELPLINE • 1-800-GAMBLER
  VI. Consideration of Licensure of Level I/Key Applicant
  F. Resolution No. 26-006
  VII. Consideration of Relicensure of Key Person Licensees
  G. Resolution No. 26-007
  VIII. Consideration of Waiver of Institutional Investor
  H. Nokomis Capital, L.L.C.

1. Resolution No. 26-008
   IX. Consideration of Settlement for Bingo Licensee
   I. Bolivar Memorial DAV Chapter 66
2. Resolution No. 26-002-B
   X. Public Comment by Individuals Wishing to Address the Commission Regarding an Agenda Item Pursuant to 11 CSR 45-2.010
   XI. Motion for Closed Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo., Investigatory, Proprietary and Application Records and 610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions and Matters Subject to Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3) and (13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected from Disclosure by Law
   XII. Motion to Open Meeting
   XIII. Adjournment

MEETING NOTICE
Date: January 28, 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
**Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with
disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at (573)
526-2326, or e-mail at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov, 72 hours
in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Motion to Close Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo.,
Investigatory, Proprietary, and Application Records and
610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions and Matters Subject to
Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3) and
(13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected
from Disclosure by Law
III. Motion to Open Meeting
IV. Adjournment

MEETING NOTICE
Date: January 29, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
Join the meeting now
*Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with
disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at
(573) 526-2326, or email at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov,
72 hours in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Adoption of Agenda
III. Consideration of Minutes
A. December 2, 2025
B. December 3, 2025
IV. Consideration of Hearing Officer Recommendation
C. Richard L. Gaston

1. Resolution No. 26-001
   V. Consideration of Licensure of Level I/Key Applicant
   D. Resolution No. 26-002
   VI. Consideration of Relicensure of Key Person Licensees
   E. Resolution No. 26-003
   VII. Consideration of Disciplinary Action
   F. HGI-St. Jo, LLC d/b/a St. Jo Frontier Casino
2. DC-26-004
   
3. VIII. Consideration of Settlement for Bingo Licensee
4. G. West Plains Elks Lodge #2418
5. Resolution No. 26-001-B
   IX. Public Comment by Individuals Wishing to Address the Commission
   Regarding an Agenda Item Pursuant to 11 CSR 45-2.010
   X. Motion for Closed Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo., Investigatory,
   Proprietary and Application Records and 610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions
   and Matters Subject to Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3)
   and (13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected from Disclosure
   by Law
   XI. Motion to Open Meeting
   XII. Adjournment

SPORTS WAGERING STARS! Congratulations to the MGC Licensing Team on the successful launch of sports wagering for Missourians.
“The successful completion of the initial temporary licensing of more than 2,600 licensees is a remarkable accomplishment and a testament to the dedication, professionalism, and tireless work of our licensing staff. Meeting the December 1, 2025, constitutional deadline required extraordinary coordination, long hours, and unwavering attention to detail. I am exceptionally proud of this team and deeply appreciative of their commitment to ensuring Missouri’s sports wagering framework was implemented on time, responsibly, and in full compliance with the will of the voters,” Mike Leara, Missouri Gaming Commission Executive Director.
Shown receiving congratulations from Mike Leara are Kayla Bradley, Stephanie Miller, and Elizabeth Miles.