“We found that these working groups allow for continual dialogue between the industry and the Division in areas that most directly impact their operations,” said Acting Director David Rebuck. “Communication between the Technical Services Bureau and the industry is paramount as we see ongoing advancements in technology that will improve casino operations.”

Eric Weiss, head of the Division of Gaming Enforcement’s Technical Services Bureau and Director of the Slot Laboratory used the forum as a means to review the new regulations and to define the critical standards to ensure compliance with internal controls and revenue reporting. “The back and forth discussions help provide tools to the industry which allow them to better disseminate the regulatory changes and processes throughout the industry and within their properties,” said Weiss.

The comment period for the chapters of the regulations on internal controls, gaming equipment and rules of the games will end on January 6, 2012. The rules proposed for adoption benefit the casino industry by providing the casinos with a logical, systematic framework for conducting operations, and by protecting against unlawful diversion of a casino's assets. The proposed repeal and new rules will also benefit the public in assuring fairness to the player, encouraging participation, preventing cheating and protecting casinos and patrons against unfair play.

The directors commended the Division on the “New Jersey First” provision in the law which permits the use of a new product after only 14 days if it is submitted to New Jersey before any other jurisdiction. “We are all working towards the same goal in bringing the newest and most exciting products to Atlantic City prior to any competing market. We are committed to establishing processes and critical standards that are clearly defined and agreed upon by both parties,” said Weiss.