The Iowa racing and gaming commission regulates pari-mutuel horse racing, simulcasting, gambling structures, excursion gambling boats, racetrack enclosures, sports wagering, and fantasy sports contests in Iowa. The commission, whose five members are appointed by the governor, administers the laws and rules associated with these industries to maintain confidence in the industries and to ensure the integrity of licensed participants and operations for the state and the wagering public. In performing its duties, the commission investigates the eligibility of applicants for licensure. The commission adopts standards for the licensing of racing industry occupations, as well as standards for the operation of all race meetings and facilities. The commission also adopts standards for the operation and licensing of pari-mutuel and simulcast wagering, gambling structures, excursion gambling boats, racetrack enclosures, sports wagering, and fantasy sports contests.
Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-1.11