About the Department
Established by the Arizona State Legislature in 1995, the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) is the state agency charged with regulating tribal gaming, racing and pari-mutuel/simulcast wagering, and boxing and mixed martial arts. ADG also provides and supports prevention, education, and treatment programs for people and families affected by problem gambling through its Division of Problem Gambling and 24-hour confidential helpline, 1-800-NEXT-STEP.
Our Vision
World-Class Gaming Regulation for a stronger Arizona.
Our Mission
To ethically and effectively regulate gaming, horse racing, and unarmed combat sports, while ensuring that they are conducted in a socially responsible manner.
Our Values
We act with integrity;
Respect one another and those we serve;
Strive for excellence;
Succeed through diversity and teamwork.
ADG Funding & Budget
Funding
Tribal Gaming
Tribal Gaming does not receive any tax revenue or general fund monies to support its regulatory responsibilities. Regulation of Tribal Gaming is funded entirely by Arizona's gaming Tribes as set forth in the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact.
Horse Racing
Regulation of racing activities is funded through the Racing Regulation Fund primarily made up of revenues from the regulatory wagering assessment (RWA). The RWA is a small portion of the total bets made on Arizona horse races.
Regulation of Boxing & MMA is funded through several mechanisms including: event tax levies, intergovernmental agreements and licensing fees.
