2016 Boards and Commissions

Nebraska Commission on Problem Gambling

General Information

Formal Name:

Nebraska Commission on Problem Gambling
Contact Person:

David Geier, Executive Director
Purpose:

LB 6, effective July 1, 2013, directs the Commission to oversee the staff and functions of the Nebraska Gamblers Assistance Program(GAP). The GAP is authorized to direct gambling proceeds collected by the State of Nebraska to help pay for problem gambling counseling for Nebraskans and their families who suffer a problem gambling disorder. The GAP is also authorized to educate the public about problem gambling and to generate public messages that may prevent problem gambling.
How Many Affectable:

According to the University of Northern Iowa Prevalence of Gambling 2015 Survey indicates that between 1-2% of the adult population (over 18), or 14,000 - 28,000 persons who are residents of Nebraska may be addicted gamblers, with an additional 15% more w
How Many Served:

184 - 198 annually
Year Created:

2013
Year Active:

2013
Sunset Date:

NA

Authorization

Authorization Citation:

Nebraska Revised Statutes, Chapter 9-1003 - 1007, Laws 2013, LB 6, SS 7
Parent Agency:

Department of Revenue for limited administrative services only

Memberships and Meetings

Number Of Members:

Nine
Who Appoints:

Governor
Legislative Approval:

Yes.
Qualifications Of Members:

1 - medical or mental health expertise1 - education 1 - banking1 - legal1 - data analysis2 - problem gambling consumers2 - public-at-large
Per Diem:

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Expense Reimbursement:

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Term Length:

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Terms Rotate or Expire At Once:

Terms Rotate

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