Gambling Commission

Licenses, inspects, investigates, and audits organizations, businesses, and individuals participating in authorized gambling activities.
Board Websitehttps://wsgc.wa.gov/about-us/our-commissioners
Policy AreaGeneral Government
Governor Appointments5
Total Board Positions9
Statutory AuthorityRCW 9.46.040
Public Disclosure Required?Yes
Senate Confirmation Required?Yes
CompensationReimbursement and per diem
Term Length (years)6
Statutory Term Limits
Member Requirements: Members are prohibited from serving as officers or managers of any corporation or organization which conducts a lottery or gambling activity; cannot receive or share in, directly or indirectly, the gross profits of any gambling activities regulated by the commission; must not be beneficially interested in any contract for the manufacture or sale of gambling devices, the conduct of a gambling activity, or the provision of independent consultant service in connection with a gambling activity.